How To Fix RSEC184 - Alias &1 does not match user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Alias &1 does not match user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC184 - Alias &1 does not match user &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSEC184 indicates that there is a mismatch between the alias assigned to a user and the actual user ID in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics, where user authorizations and roles are managed.
  Cause:
  The error message "Alias &1 does not match user &2" suggests that:
  
  The alias (which is often a user-friendly name or an alternative identifier) does not correspond to the actual user ID that is being referenced.
  This can happen if the alias was incorrectly assigned, if the user ID has changed, or if there are inconsistencies in the user master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Alias Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID that is causing the issue.
  Check the "Aliases" tab to see if the alias is correctly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Ensure that the user ID you are trying to access is correct and that it exists in the system.
  If the user ID has changed, update the alias accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Authorizations:
  
  If the alias is meant to point to a different user, you may need to adjust the authorizations or roles assigned to the user.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the user master data. You can use transaction code SU10 to perform mass changes or checks on user data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to user management and aliases for any specific guidelines or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  
  
  
  User Management in SAP:
  
  Understanding how user aliases work in SAP is crucial for managing user access and ensuring that users have the correct permissions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSEC184 error message in your SAP system.