How To Fix SH020 - No user profile exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SH - SAPhelp messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No user profile exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SH020 - No user profile exists ?

  The SAP error message SH020, which states "No user profile exists," typically occurs when a user tries to access a transaction or function that requires a user profile that has not been created or assigned to them. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user is trying to access a specific SAP application or when certain user-specific settings are required.
  Causes:
  
  User Profile Not Created: The user profile has not been created for the user in the system.
  Profile Assignment: The user may not have the necessary profiles assigned to their user account.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to access the profile.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or user management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create User Profile:
  
  If the user profile does not exist, an administrator can create it. This is typically done in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance) where profiles can be assigned to users.
  
  
  
  Assign User Profile:
  
  Ensure that the necessary profiles are assigned to the user. This can be done by checking the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required profiles. This may involve checking the roles assigned to the user and ensuring they include the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with the SAP Basis team or system administrator to check for any underlying configuration issues or to ensure that the user management settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or support notes related to user profiles and authorizations for any specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to user profiles and authorizations.
  
  
  User Management Best Practices: Regularly review user profiles and roles to ensure they are up to date and that users have the necessary access to perform their job functions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SH020 error and ensure that the user has the appropriate profile and access rights in the SAP system.