How To Fix SO113 - Owner does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Owner does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO113 - Owner does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SO113 ("Owner does not exist") typically occurs when there is an issue with the ownership of a document or object in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to access or manipulate documents in the SAP Archive or SAP Office Integration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing User: The user ID specified as the owner of the document does not exist in the system. This can happen if the user has been deleted or if there is a typo in the user ID.
  User Deactivation: The user might be deactivated or locked in the system, which can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document or object.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the ownership information is stored.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Existence: Verify that the user ID specified as the owner exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SU01 to check the user details.
  User Activation: If the user exists but is locked or deactivated, you may need to unlock or reactivate the user account.
  Correct User ID: If there is a typo in the user ID, correct it in the relevant document or object settings.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Data Consistency Check: If the issue persists, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the database is consistent and that there are no orphaned records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  S_USER_AUTH - Authorization Check for Users
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on document ownership and user management.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.