How To Fix SIAG_MSG005 - User &1 does not exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIAG_MSG - GRC Plug-Ins message class

• Message number: 005

• Message text: User &1 does not exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIAG_MSG005 - User &1 does not exists ?

  The SAP error message SIAG_MSG005 indicates that the user specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in scenarios where user authentication or authorization is required, such as when trying to access certain transactions, reports, or functionalities within SAP.
  Causes:
  
  User Not Created: The user has not been created in the SAP system.
  User Deactivation: The user account may have been deactivated or locked.
  Incorrect User ID: The user ID entered may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Client-Specific User: The user may exist in a different client but not in the current client you are logged into.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the requested resource.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check if the user exists. Enter the user ID and see if the system can retrieve the user details.
  
  
  
  Create User:
  
  If the user does not exist, you can create a new user using transaction code SU01. Ensure to fill in all required fields and assign appropriate roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Unlock User:
  
  If the user exists but is locked, you can unlock the user in transaction SU01 by selecting the user and clicking on the "Unlock" button.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Double-check the user ID for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct format and case sensitivity.
  
  
  
  Check Client:
  
  Ensure that you are logged into the correct client where the user is supposed to exist. You can check the client number in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  If the user exists but still encounters issues, check the user's authorizations using transaction SU53 after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check and help identify any missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance (for bulk user operations)
  
  
  
  User Roles and Profiles: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and profiles assigned to perform the required actions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to user management and authentication.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SIAG_MSG005 error and ensure that the user can access the necessary functionalities within the SAP system.