How To Fix RPM_UTILITIES070 - User &1 still exists in portf. mgmt (see transaction RPMUSER)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_UTILITIES - Messages for Tools and Utilities

• Message number: 070

• Message text: User &1 still exists in portf. mgmt (see transaction RPMUSER)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES070 - User &1 still exists in portf. mgmt (see transaction RPMUSER) ?

  The SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES070 indicates that a user still exists in the portfolio management system, which is preventing certain operations from being completed. This typically occurs when you are trying to delete or modify a user in the SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) module, but the user is still associated with some portfolio management objects.
  Cause:
  
  User Association: The user you are trying to delete or modify is still linked to one or more portfolio management objects, such as projects, portfolios, or other entities.
  Incomplete Deletion Process: The user may not have been fully removed from all relevant assignments or roles within the portfolio management system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Assignments:
  
  Go to transaction RPMUSER in SAP.
  Search for the user in question to see where they are still assigned within the portfolio management system.
  Review the user's roles and assignments to identify any active links.
  
  
  
  Remove User from Assignments:
  
  For each portfolio management object that the user is associated with, remove the user from the relevant assignments or roles.
  This may involve editing project assignments, portfolio assignments, or other related objects.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  Once the user has been removed from all relevant assignments, try to perform the operation again (e.g., deleting or modifying the user).
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  If the error persists, ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the user in other areas of the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RPMUSER: To manage users in portfolio management.
  PFCG: To manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Portfolio and Project Management for more detailed information on user management and roles.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RPM_UTILITIES070 error and successfully manage the user in the portfolio management system.