How To Fix FMFG840 - Entry & & & is not a valid user (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG - U.S. Federal Government Message Class

• Message number: 840

• Message text: Entry & & & is not a valid user (check entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG840 - Entry & & & is not a valid user (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message FMFG840 indicates that the system cannot recognize the user entry you are trying to process. This error typically occurs in the context of user authorizations or when trying to access a function that requires a valid user ID.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid User ID: The user ID you entered does not exist in the SAP system.
  User Deactivation: The user ID may exist but is deactivated or locked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action you are trying to execute.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the user ID you entered.
  User Master Data Issues: The user master data may not be properly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User ID: Verify that the user ID you are entering is correct. Look for any typographical errors.
  User Status: Check if the user is active. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to display the user master record.
  User Lock Status: Ensure that the user is not locked. If the user is locked, you will need to unlock it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  User Maintenance: If the user does not exist, you may need to create a new user using transaction code SU01.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to user management and authorization errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user management and authorization concepts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FMFG840 error message.