How To Fix /PLMB/UGRP_UGRP001 - User &1 is already a member

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/UGRP_UGRP -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: User &1 is already a member

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/UGRP_UGRP001 - User &1 is already a member ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/UGRP_UGRP001 User &1 is already a member typically occurs when you are trying to add a user to a user group in SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and the user is already a member of that group. This is a validation error that prevents duplicate entries in user groups.
  Cause:
  
  The user you are attempting to add is already listed as a member of the specified user group.
  This can happen if the user was previously added to the group, or if there was an attempt to add the same user multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Group Membership:
  
  Before adding a user to a group, check the current members of the user group to confirm if the user is already included.
  You can do this by navigating to the user group management area in SAP and reviewing the list of members.
  
  
  
  Remove User from Group:
  
  If you need to make changes to the user's membership, you can remove the user from the group first and then re-add them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Additions:
  
  Implement checks in your process to ensure that users are not added to groups multiple times. This can be done through validation logic in your application or by training users on the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on user group management and error handling.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you believe this error is occurring in error or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support for help.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for user and user group management, such as SU01 (User Maintenance) and SU10 (Mass User Maintenance).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to be added to the user group.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to user group management that might provide additional insights or solutions to similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage user group memberships effectively.