How To Fix HCM_CATS_TS_MSG013 - User ID does not exist for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCM_CATS_TS_MSG - Message Class for Tetris Based Time Sheet

• Message number: 013

• Message text: User ID does not exist for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCM_CATS_TS_MSG013 - User ID does not exist for &1 ?

  The SAP error message HCM_CATS_TS_MSG013 indicates that the user ID specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) module, which is used for recording working times and other related data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid User ID: The user ID entered does not match any existing user in the SAP system.
  User Deactivation: The user may have been deactivated or deleted from the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the CATS functionality.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the user ID being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify User ID: Check the user ID for any typographical errors. Ensure that the ID is entered correctly.
  Check User Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check if the user ID exists in the system.
  If the user does not exist, you may need to create a new user or correct the user ID being used.
  
  
  User Activation: If the user ID exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate the user.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CATS module. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Consult with Admin: If you do not have the necessary permissions to check or modify user settings, consult with your SAP system administrator or security team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for CATS and user management for more detailed information on user setup and authorization management.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HCM_CATS_TS_MSG013 effectively.