How To Fix /SPE/IM_CO125 - RFC Authority Check: The RFC user &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/IM_CO -

• Message number: 125

• Message text: RFC Authority Check: The RFC user &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/IM_CO125 - RFC Authority Check: The RFC user &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/IM_CO125 RFC Authority Check: The RFC user &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is attempting to perform an RFC (Remote Function Call) operation using a user that is not recognized or does not exist in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a background job is executed, or when an external system tries to connect to the SAP system using an RFC user.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent User: The specified RFC user does not exist in the SAP system.
  User Deactivation: The user might exist but is deactivated or locked.
  Incorrect User Credentials: The credentials being used for the RFC connection are incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the RFC destination configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 and check if the user specified in the error message exists.
  If the user does not exist, create a new user with the required credentials.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  If the user exists, check if the user is locked or deactivated. You can do this in transaction SU01 by entering the username and checking the status.
  
  
  
  Verify Credentials:
  
  Ensure that the credentials (username and password) used for the RFC connection are correct. This includes checking the RFC destination settings in transaction SM59.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the requested operation. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Review RFC Destination:
  
  In transaction SM59, check the configuration of the RFC destination being used. Ensure that it is correctly set up and points to the right system.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult your SAP Basis team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools and access to diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  RFC User Creation: If you need to create a new RFC user, ensure that you assign the appropriate roles and authorizations to the user to allow them to perform the necessary functions.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on RFC connections and user management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFC user not existing in the SAP system.