How To Fix SECAUDIT033 - User does not exist; "*" is the only valid generic entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECAUDIT - Message class for security audit

• Message number: 033

• Message text: User does not exist; "*" is the only valid generic entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECAUDIT033 - User does not exist; "*" is the only valid generic entry ?

  The SAP error message SECAUDIT033 indicates that a user does not exist in the system. The message suggests that the only valid generic entry for user identification is "*", which is a wildcard character that can be used to represent all users.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent User: The user ID you are trying to reference does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User ID: There may be a typo or incorrect format in the user ID you are trying to access.
  User Deactivation: The user might have been deactivated or deleted from the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action you are trying to execute.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify User ID: Check the user ID you are trying to use. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  Check User Status: Use transaction code SU01 to check if the user is active. If the user is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  Create User: If the user does not exist, you may need to create a new user using transaction code SU01.
  Use Wildcard: If you are trying to perform an action that can be done for all users, consider using the wildcard character "*" to represent all users.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance - to create, modify, or display user accounts.
  SU53: Display Authorization Check - to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  User Management: Familiarize yourself with user management best practices in SAP, including how to create, modify, and delete users.
  SAP Security: Understanding SAP security concepts, including roles and authorizations, can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.