How To Fix /ISDFPS/USER_DISTRIB009 - Password was initialized in logical system &2 for user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/USER_DISTRIB -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Password was initialized in logical system &2 for user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/USER_DISTRIB009 - Password was initialized in logical system &2 for user &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/USER_DISTRIB009 indicates that a password for a user was initialized in a specific logical system. This message typically arises in the context of user distribution in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with user management across different systems in a landscape.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A user has been created or modified in one logical system, and the password for that user has been initialized (reset) in that system.
  The system is trying to distribute user information to another logical system, but the password has not been set or is not synchronized between the systems.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Password: 
  
  Log into the logical system indicated in the error message (the one where the password was initialized).
  Verify if the user (&1) has a valid password set. If not, set a new password for the user.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Passwords:
  
  If you are using a distributed environment, ensure that the password for the user is consistent across all logical systems. You may need to manually set the password in each system or use a user management tool to synchronize them.
  
  
  
  User Distribution:
  
  If you are using the User Distribution functionality, ensure that the distribution settings are correctly configured. You may need to re-trigger the user distribution process after correcting the password.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change user passwords and manage user distribution.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional information or related errors that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to manage user accounts and passwords.
  User Management: Familiarize yourself with user management best practices in SAP, especially in a multi-system landscape.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for user management and distribution processes for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.