How To Fix /PLMI/RTG_RCA_PSM_US003 - User settings already exist for user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RTG_RCA_PSM_US -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: User settings already exist for user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RTG_RCA_PSM_US003 - User settings already exist for user &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RTG_RCA_PSM_US003 indicates that user settings already exist for the specified user. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module, particularly when trying to create or modify user-specific settings or profiles.
  Cause:
  
  Existing User Settings: The error is triggered when there is an attempt to create new user settings for a user who already has existing settings in the system.
  Duplicate Entries: The system may be trying to create a duplicate entry for user-specific configurations, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing User Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where user settings are managed.
  Look for existing settings for the user in question (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Settings:
  
  If you find existing settings that are no longer needed or are incorrect, you can modify or delete them as appropriate.
  Ensure that the user settings are correctly configured to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Create New Settings:
  
  If you need to create new settings, ensure that you are not duplicating existing ones. You may need to adjust the parameters or configurations to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the PLM module for guidance on managing user settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the existing settings or resolve the conflict, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP PLM that deal with user settings, such as PLM_USER_SETTINGS.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to modify or create user settings.
  System Logs: Check system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage user settings effectively in SAP PLM.