How To Fix SLAD106 - User &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLAD - SLAD: Messages for "Layer Aware Debugging"

• Message number: 106

• Message text: User &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLAD106 - User &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SLAD106 ("User &1 does not exist") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a user in the user master data. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to assign a user to a role, a task, or during a process that requires user identification.
  Causes:
  
  User Not Created: The user specified in the error message has not been created in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User ID: There may be a typo or incorrect user ID being referenced.
  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, leading to the system not recognizing them.
  Client-Specific Data: The user might exist in a different client, and the current client does not have access to that user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check if the user ID exists.
  If the user does not exist, create a new user with the required details.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Double-check the user ID for any typos or errors in the input.
  
  
  
  User Activation:
  
  If the user exists but is inactive, you can reactivate the user in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Client Check:
  
  Ensure that you are in the correct client. You can check the client in the SAP GUI status bar. If the user exists in another client, you may need to switch to that client or create the user in the current client.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance (if you need to check multiple users)
  
  
  
  User Roles and Profiles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and profiles assigned to them, which can be checked in transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to user management and error SLAD106.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SLAD106 error and implement the appropriate solution.