How To Fix /PLMB/UGRP_USER000 - User &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/UGRP_USER -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: User &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/UGRP_USER000 - User &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/UGRP_USER000 User &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a user that is not found in the user master data. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to assign a user to a user group or when performing user-related operations in the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module.
  Cause:
  
  User Not Created: The user specified in the error message has not been created in the SAP system.
  User Deletion: The user may have been deleted or deactivated in the system.
  Incorrect User ID: There may be a typo or incorrect user ID being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may exist, but the current user does not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the user data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID mentioned in the error message to check if the user exists.
  If the user does not exist, you will need to create the user using the same transaction code.
  
  
  
  Create User:
  
  If the user is missing, create a new user by filling in the necessary details in the SU01 transaction.
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the appropriate roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Double-check the user ID for any typos or errors. Ensure that the correct user ID is being referenced in the operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  If the user exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate the user or check the user’s status in the SU01 transaction.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access user data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific module or transaction you are working with for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to user management in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  User Groups: If the error occurs while assigning users to user groups, ensure that the user group itself is correctly configured and that the user is intended to be part of that group.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the user is correctly set up in the SAP system.