How To Fix /RPM/MIGRATION048 - User &1 does not exist; remove from item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /RPM/MIGRATION -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: User &1 does not exist; remove from item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/MIGRATION048 - User &1 does not exist; remove from item &2 ?

  The SAP error message /RPM/MIGRATION048 User &1 does not exist; remove from item &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Resource and Portfolio Management (RPM) module, particularly during data migration or when processing items that reference users that are no longer valid or do not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent User: The user ID referenced in the error message (&1) does not exist in the SAP user master data. This could be due to the user being deleted or never having been created.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration, if the source data contains user IDs that are not present in the target system, this error can occur.
  Inconsistent Data: The item (&2) may have been linked to a user that has been removed or is inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify User Existence:
  
  Check if the user ID (&1) exists in the SAP system. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to look up the user.
  If the user does not exist, you may need to create the user or update the item to reference a valid user.
  
  
  
  Update or Remove References:
  
  If the user is no longer needed, you can remove the reference to the user from the item (&2). This can typically be done in the relevant transaction or through the data migration process.
  If the user should be replaced with another valid user, update the item to reference the correct user.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error occurs during a migration process, review the migration data to ensure that all user IDs are valid and exist in the target system.
  You may need to adjust the migration mapping or data extraction process to ensure that only valid users are included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the RPM module for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding user management and data migration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  PFCG - Role Maintenance (to check if the user has the necessary roles)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Management: Familiarize yourself with user management best practices in SAP to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.