How To Fix PP_MRP_ODATA705 - User does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_MRP_ODATA - OData Services for MRP/MRP Cockpit

• Message number: 705

• Message text: User does not exist

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_MRP_ODATA705 - User does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "PP_MRP_ODATA705 User does not exist" typically indicates that the system is unable to find the user specified in the context of a particular operation, often related to the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or OData services. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  User Not Created: The user ID specified in the operation does not exist in the SAP system.
  User Deactivation: The user might exist but could be deactivated or locked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Incorrect User ID: There might be a typo or incorrect user ID being referenced in the request.
  OData Service Configuration: The OData service might not be properly configured to recognize the user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify User Existence:
  
  Check if the user exists in the SAP system by using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  If the user does not exist, create the user with the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  If the user exists, ensure that the user is not locked or deactivated. You can check this in the SU01 transaction.
  If the user is locked, unlock the user.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the MRP functionalities or the specific OData service.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Correct User ID:
  
  Double-check the user ID being used in the operation for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  OData Service Configuration:
  
  If the error is related to an OData service, ensure that the service is correctly configured and that the user has access to it.
  Check the service in the SAP Gateway using transaction IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for MRP and OData services to understand the expected configurations and user requirements.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.