How To Fix SCTS_ABAP_VCS_MSG401 - Unauthorized or bad credentials for user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_ABAP_VCS_MSG -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Unauthorized or bad credentials for user &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_ABAP_VCS_MSG401 - Unauthorized or bad credentials for user & ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_ABAP_VCS_MSG401 typically indicates that there is an issue with user authentication, specifically that the credentials provided for the user are either unauthorized or incorrect. This error is often encountered in the context of using the SAP Change and Transport System (CTS) or when accessing certain services that require user authentication.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Credentials: The username or password entered is incorrect.
  User Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  User Lock: The user account may be locked due to multiple failed login attempts.
  Expired Password: The password for the user account may have expired and needs to be reset.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration, such as incorrect settings in the user management or authentication methods.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing proper authentication.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Credentials: Double-check the username and password being used. Ensure that there are no typos or case sensitivity issues.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the required functionality. This can be done by checking the user roles in transaction SU01.
  Unlock User Account: If the user account is locked, it can be unlocked using transaction SU01 by an administrator.
  Reset Password: If the password has expired, reset it using transaction SU01.
  Review System Configuration: Check the system settings related to user authentication and ensure they are correctly configured.
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues that could be affecting the connection to the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the authentication failure.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on user management and authentication.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.