How To Fix SMI_GENERAL022 - Delete failed for user

SMI_GENERAL022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMI_GENERAL -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Delete failed for user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMI_GENERAL022 - Delete failed for user ?

  The SAP error message SMI_GENERAL022 ("Delete failed for user") typically occurs when there is an issue with deleting a user from the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to delete a user from a specific role, profile, or user management area.
  Causes:
  
  User Locking: The user may be locked or have active sessions, preventing deletion.
  Dependencies: The user might have dependencies, such as assigned roles, profiles, or objects that need to be removed first.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the specified user.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the user master data.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the system may prevent user deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Status: Ensure that the user is not locked and does not have any active sessions. You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Remove Dependencies: Before