How To Fix RSRD203 - &1: &2 is not a valid user name in the BW system

RSRD203 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 203

• Message text: &1: &2 is not a valid user name in the BW system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD203 - &1: &2 is not a valid user name in the BW system ?

  The SAP error message RSRD203 indicates that the specified user name is not valid in the BW (Business Warehouse) system. This error typically occurs when trying to execute a report or access a query in SAP BW, and the system cannot recognize the user name provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid User Name: The user name entered may not exist in the BW system.
  User Not Authorized: The user may exist but does not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW content.
  User Deactivation: The user account may be inactive or locked.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the user name entered.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the system configuration or integration with the user management system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify User Name: Check the user name for any typographical errors. Ensure that the user name is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Check User Existence: Use transaction code SU01 in the SAP GUI to verify if the user exists