How To Fix /OSP/MSG487 - User &1 not in validity date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 487

• Message text: User &1 not in validity date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG487 - User &1 not in validity date ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG487 User &1 not in validity date typically indicates that a user is trying to access a function or transaction in the SAP system, but their user account is not valid for the current date. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Cause:
  
  User Account Validity Dates: The user account may have specific validity dates set, and the current date falls outside of this range. This can happen if the account is set to be valid only for a certain period.
  User Status: The user might be inactive or locked, which can also lead to this error.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the necessary roles assigned that are valid for the current date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Validity Dates:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is causing the error and check the validity dates in the "Logon Data" tab.
  If the validity dates are incorrect, update them to include the current date.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  In the same SU01 transaction, check if the user is locked or inactive. If so, unlock or activate the user account.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that are valid for the current date. You can check this in the "Roles" tab of the SU01 transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance (if you need to check multiple users)
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to check roles assigned to the user)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for user management and authorization concepts for more detailed information.
  
  
  Audit Logs: Check the audit logs for any changes made to the user account that might have affected its validity.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /OSP/MSG487 User &1 not in validity date.