How To Fix SUID01140 - An entry exists for user & in field & of table & (&).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUID01 - Identity Management

• Message number: 140

• Message text: An entry exists for user & in field & of table & (&).

What causes this issue?

Field <(>&<)>2 in table <(>&<)>3 contains a reference to user <(>&<)>1.
Table <(>&<)>3 belongs to application component <(>&<)>4.

System Response

As long as there are still references to this user, it cannot be
deleted.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUID01140 - An entry exists for user & in field & of table & (&). ?

  The SAP error message SUID01140 indicates that there is a conflict with user entries in a specific table. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a user account, and the system finds that an entry already exists for the specified user in the specified field of the specified table.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate User Entry: The user you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system.
  Field Conflict: The specific field in the table (e.g., user roles, authorizations) already has an entry for the user, which is causing a conflict.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity or consistency in the user management tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SUID01140 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Users:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to check if the user already exists in the system. If the user exists, you may need to modify the existing user instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  If the error is related to roles or authorizations, check the relevant tables (like USR04, USR10, etc.) to see if there are existing entries for the user in the specified field.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Entries:
  
  If you find that there are duplicate entries or conflicts, you may need to delete or modify the existing entries to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They can help you investigate the underlying database tables and resolve any data integrity issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your SAP system has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not causing the conflict. Review any custom code that interacts with user management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SU10 - Mass User Maintenance
  SUIM - User Information System
  
  
  Tables:
  
  USR01 - User Master Record
  USR04 - User Authorization
  USR10 - User Profile
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to user management and this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.