How To Fix SUID01040 - User & deleted and protected against recreation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUID01 - Identity Management

• Message number: 040

• Message text: User & deleted and protected against recreation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUID01040 - User & deleted and protected against recreation ?

  The SAP error message SUID01040 indicates that a user has been deleted and is protected against recreation. This typically occurs in the context of user management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with user accounts that have been marked for deletion or are subject to certain restrictions.
  Cause:
  
  User Deletion: The user account has been deleted from the system.
  Protection Against Recreation: The user account is protected against recreation, which means that the system is configured to prevent the re-creation of this user account. This can happen if the user was deleted intentionally and the system is set to avoid accidental recreation.
  User Master Record Settings: The user master record may have specific settings that prevent the user from being recreated, such as being marked as "not to be recreated" or having certain flags set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Status: Verify the status of the user in the user management transaction (e.g., SU01). If the user is marked as deleted, you may need to check the user master record for any flags that prevent recreation.
  Remove Protection: If you need to recreate the user, you may need to remove the protection against recreation. This can typically be done by:
  
  Accessing the user management transaction (SU01).
  Checking the user’s status and any associated settings.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or security team to adjust the settings that prevent recreation.
  
  
  Create a New User: If the original user cannot be recreated due to system restrictions, consider creating a new user with a different username.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to user management and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Management Transactions: Familiarize yourself with transactions like SU01 (User Maintenance), SU10 (Mass User Maintenance), and SUIM (User Information System) for managing user accounts.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to manage user accounts and make changes to user settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps related to this error message.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration regarding user management policies to understand why certain users are protected against recreation.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.