How To Fix /SAPCE/IURU200 - Forem flag has invalid value (Should be empty or X)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IURU -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Forem flag has invalid value (Should be empty or X)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU200 - Forem flag has invalid value (Should be empty or X) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IURU200 indicates that the "Forem flag" has an invalid value. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Centralized User Administration (CUA) or when dealing with user management and authorization issues.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the Forem flag, which is expected to be either empty or set to 'X', contains an invalid value. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Entry Error: An incorrect value may have been manually entered into the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the Forem flag may not have been correctly set.
  Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements may inadvertently set the Forem flag to an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Forem Flag Value:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the relevant table where the Forem flag is stored (often related to user or authorization data).
  Look for the specific entry that is causing the error and verify the value of the Forem flag.
  
  
  
  Correct the Value:
  
  If the value is not empty or 'X', update it to be either empty or 'X' as required.
  You can do this through transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to directly edit the table, or through the appropriate user management transaction (like SU01 for user maintenance).
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the issue is recurring, review any custom code or enhancements that may be affecting the Forem flag.
  Ensure that any logic that sets this flag adheres to the expected values.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the error arose after a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure they correctly handle the Forem flag.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the relevant functionality to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to user management and the specific module you are working with to understand the expected values for the Forem flag.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the Forem flag is set to a valid value.