How To Fix RU256 - Default values for user & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Default values for user & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU256 - Default values for user & deleted ?

  The SAP error message RU256 ("Default values for user & deleted") typically occurs when the system cannot find the default values for a user in the user profile. This can happen for several reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  User Profile Deletion: The user profile for the specified user has been deleted or is not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access their default values.
  Data Corruption: There may be corruption in the user master data or related tables.
  Transport Issues: If the user profile was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Profile: Verify if the user profile exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the user details.
  Recreate User Profile: If the user profile is missing, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that all necessary default values are set correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access their default values. You can check this in transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on user master data to identify and fix any corruption issues. You can use transaction SU10 for mass user maintenance.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to user profiles and authorization issues for any specific patches or updates that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user management and authorization concepts for a better understanding of how user profiles work.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.