How To Fix PU207 - User: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 207

• Message text: User: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU207 - User: & ?

  The SAP error message PU207 typically indicates an issue related to user authorization or user master data. The message usually states something like "User: &" where "&" is a placeholder for the user ID that is experiencing the issue. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction or when trying to access certain functionalities within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are attempting. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in their user profile.
  User Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the user master data, such as the user being locked, inactive, or not properly configured in the system.
  Profile Assignment: The user might not have the correct profiles assigned that are required for the transaction or action they are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check the user master record for the user experiencing the issue.
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations assigned. You can also use transaction SU53 to analyze the last authorization check and see what is missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Status:
  
  Ensure that the user is not locked or inactive. This can also be checked in transaction SU01.
  If the user is locked, you can unlock them in the same transaction.
  
  
  
  Profile Assignment:
  
  Check if the user has the correct profiles assigned that are necessary for the transaction they are trying to execute.
  If profiles are missing, you may need to assign the appropriate roles or profiles to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to user roles or profiles, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, have the user log out and log back in to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user authorizations and roles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the PU207 error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.