How To Fix RSEC474 - At least one user locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 474

• Message text: At least one user locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC474 - At least one user locked ?

  The SAP error message RSEC474, which states "At least one user locked," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics, particularly when dealing with authorization issues. This error indicates that one or more users have been locked in the system, which prevents them from accessing certain functionalities or data.
  Cause:
  
  User Locking: The user accounts may have been locked due to multiple failed login attempts, administrative actions, or security policies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or transaction being attempted.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the BW or Analytics system that restrict access based on user status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unlock User Accounts:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is locked.
  Check the status of the user and unlock the account if necessary.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations assigned to access the required data or transactions.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Security Policies:
  
  Check if there are any security policies in place that might be causing user accounts to lock frequently.
  Adjust the policies if necessary to prevent unnecessary locking.
  
  
  
  Consult System Logs:
  
  Use transaction code SM21 to check the system logs for any related messages that might provide more context on why the user was locked.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support for more detailed troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Locking Mechanism: Understand how user locking works in SAP and the implications of locked accounts on system access.
  Authorization Management: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and the authorization object.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SM21: System Log
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance (for bulk unlocking if needed)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSEC474 error and restore access for the affected users.