How To Fix /MOC/OBJECT232 - Error reading name for user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MOC/OBJECT -

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Error reading name for user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MOC/OBJECT232 - Error reading name for user &1 ?

  The SAP error message /MOC/OBJECT232 Error reading name for user &1 typically indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the name of a user specified by the user ID (&1). This can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  User Does Not Exist: The user ID specified may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to read user details.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the retrieval of user information.
  User Data Inconsistency: The user data might be inconsistent or corrupted in the user master records.
  Profile Issues: The user profile may not be properly configured or may be missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check if the user ID exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access user data. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the user master data. You can use transaction SU10 to mass change or display users and check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  User Master Record:
  
  If the user exists, check the user master record for any missing or incorrect information. Ensure that the user has a valid name and other required fields filled out.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Sometimes, user records can be locked. Check if the user is locked in transaction SU01 and unlock if necessary.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying database or system issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for user management and authorization concepts to ensure proper configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /MOC/OBJECT232 Error reading name for user &1. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.