How To Fix /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES046 - You have specified user &1 which is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: You have specified user &1 which is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES046 - You have specified user &1 which is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES046 indicates that a user specified in a certain context (likely related to Key Performance Indicators or KPIs in SAP APO) is not valid. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when configuring KPIs, running reports, or performing user-specific actions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid User ID: The user ID specified does not exist in the system or has been deleted.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may exist but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the user ID entered.
  User Status: The user might be locked or inactive in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify User ID: Check the user ID specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  Check User Status: Use transaction code SU01 to check the status of the user. Ensure that the user is active and not locked.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the KPIs or perform the required actions. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the user ID is valid but still causing issues, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any underlying system issues or configurations that might be affecting user validity.
  Update User Information: If the user has changed roles or responsibilities, ensure that their user profile is updated accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to check roles assigned to the user)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user management and KPI configuration in SAP APO for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.