How To Fix /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE044 - User &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: User &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE044 - User &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE044 User &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a user that is not found in the user master data. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction, when trying to maintain conditions, or when performing certain administrative tasks.
  Cause:
  
  User Deletion: The user referenced in the error message may have been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect User ID: The user ID may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  User Not Created: The user may not have been created in the system yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user may exist, but the current user does not have the necessary authorizations to view or interact with that user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify User Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check if the user ID exists.
  If the user does not exist, you may need to create it using the same transaction.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that the user ID is entered correctly without any typos or extra spaces.
  
  
  
  User Creation:
  
  If the user does not exist, create the user by filling in the necessary details in the SU01 transaction.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  If the user exists but you are still encountering the error, check the authorizations of the current user. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to access or maintain the user in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They can check the system logs and user master records for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  User Master Data: Understanding how user master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to user existence and authorizations.
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with relevant authorization objects that may affect user access, such as S_USER_AUTH for user authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to user management that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.