How To Fix FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING120 - E-mail adress for user &1 could not be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING - Messages for Express Planning

• Message number: 120

• Message text: E-mail adress for user &1 could not be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING120 - E-mail adress for user &1 could not be found ?

  The SAP error message FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING120 indicates that the system is unable to find the email address for a specified user (denoted by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of planning functions, such as when trying to send notifications or reports via email.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Email Address: The most common cause is that the user profile does not have an email address assigned in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User ID: The user ID specified may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  User Not Maintained: The user may not be properly maintained in the user master data.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the user’s email information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is causing the error and check the user’s details.
  Ensure that the email address is correctly maintained in the "Address" tab.
  
  
  
  Maintain Email Address:
  
  If the email address is missing, add it in the appropriate field.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Ensure that the user ID you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit user profiles.
  
  
  
  Test Email Functionality:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Master Data: The user master data in SAP contains various details about the user, including their email address, which is essential for notifications and communications.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU03: Authorizations
  
  
  Email Configuration: Ensure that the SAP system is properly configured to send emails. This includes settings in transaction SCOT (SAPconnect) to ensure that the email sending functionality is operational.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further investigation.