How To Fix SALV_BS_MSG806 - Enter a valid user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_BS_MSG -

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Enter a valid user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_BS_MSG806 - Enter a valid user ?

  The SAP error message SALV_BS_MSG806: Enter a valid user typically occurs when a user tries to perform an action that requires a valid user ID, but the system cannot recognize the provided user ID as valid. This can happen in various contexts, such as when accessing reports, transactions, or applications that require user authentication.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid User ID: The user ID entered does not exist in the SAP system.
  User Lock: The user account may be locked due to multiple failed login attempts or administrative actions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific transaction or report.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or user master data.
  Typographical Errors: Simple typos in the user ID can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify User ID: Ensure that the user ID entered is correct. Check for any typographical errors.
  Check User Status: Use transaction code SU01 to check the status of the user account. Ensure that the user is not locked or inactive.
  User Authorization: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  User Master Data: Ensure that the user master data is correctly maintained. Check for any missing or incorrect information.
  Contact Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance. They can check the user settings and system logs for more details.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for user management and authorization concepts to better understand how user IDs and roles work within the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SALV_BS_MSG806 error message.