How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4H_RUN015 - RFC Error: Validity of user exceeded in the backend system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4H_RUN -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: RFC Error: Validity of user exceeded in the backend system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4H_RUN015 - RFC Error: Validity of user exceeded in the backend system ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4H_RUN015 RFC Error: Validity of user exceeded in the backend system typically indicates that the user credentials being used to access the backend system have expired or are no longer valid. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  User Account Expiration: The user account in the backend system has an expiration date that has passed.
  Password Expiration: The password for the user account has expired and needs to be reset.
  User Lock: The user account may be locked due to multiple failed login attempts or administrative actions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the backend system that affect user validity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Account Status:
  
  Log into the backend SAP system (e.g., using SAP GUI).
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user account status.
  Verify if the account is locked or expired.
  
  
  
  Reset Password:
  
  If the password has expired, reset it using transaction SU01.
  Ensure that the new password meets the system's password policy.
  
  
  
  Unlock User Account:
  
  If the account is locked, unlock it using transaction SU01 or SU10 (for mass changes).
  Ensure that the user is aware of the lockout policy to avoid future issues.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  In transaction SU01, check the validity dates of the user account and extend them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required resources.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult your SAP Basis team for further assistance. They can check system logs and configurations that may affect user validity.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to user validity and RFC connections.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFC error message regarding user validity in the backend system.