How To Fix /PM0/ABP_SBJ_MSG016 - You must enter a user range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_SBJ_MSG -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: You must enter a user range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_SBJ_MSG016 - You must enter a user range ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_SBJ_MSG016 with the description "You must enter a user range" typically occurs in the context of user authorizations or when trying to access certain functionalities that require a specific user range to be defined.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A user range is not defined in the system for the operation you are trying to perform.
  The transaction or function you are trying to access requires a user range to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  There may be a configuration issue or missing settings in the user profile or authorization objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to the user profile settings and ensure that a user range is defined. You can do this by navigating to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the user’s parameters.
  
  
  
  Define User Range:
  
  If a user range is not defined, you may need to create one. This can typically be done in the relevant configuration settings or by using transaction SU02 (Profile Maintenance) to create or modify user profiles.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Ensure that the necessary authorization objects are assigned to the user. You can check this in transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check) after the error occurs to see what authorizations are missing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or function you are trying to access. There may be specific requirements for user ranges that need to be met.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP Support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Ranges: In SAP, user ranges are often used to define a set of users who can access certain functionalities or data. This is particularly important in environments with strict access controls.
  Authorization Management: Understanding how authorization management works in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with roles, profiles, and authorization objects to effectively manage user access.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01, SU02, PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 for troubleshooting authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary user range is defined for the operation you are attempting to perform.