How To Fix UJE_EXCEPTION012 - User &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJE_EXCEPTION - BPC: Message Class for UJE Exception

• Message number: 012

• Message text: User &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJE_EXCEPTION012 - User &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message UJE_EXCEPTION012 indicates that there is an attempt to create a user that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of user management, particularly when dealing with user creation or assignment in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user ID you are trying to create or assign already exists in the SAP system. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a new user with a user ID that is already in use.
  There is a duplicate entry in the user management system.
  The user ID was previously created but not properly deleted or deactivated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UJE_EXCEPTION012 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Users:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to check if the user ID already exists.
  If the user ID is found, you can either modify the existing user or choose a different user ID for the new user.
  
  
  
  Delete or Deactivate the User:
  
  If the existing user is no longer needed, you can delete or deactivate the user account.
  To deactivate, you can set the user status to "Locked" or "Inactive" in the user maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique User ID:
  
  If you are creating a new user, ensure that the user ID you are trying to create is unique and does not conflict with existing user IDs.
  
  
  
  Check for Batch Jobs or Scripts:
  
  If you are running batch jobs or scripts that create users, ensure that they are not attempting to create the same user multiple times.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on user management and error handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to search for users)
  
  
  
  User Management Best Practices:
  
  Maintain a clear naming convention for user IDs to avoid conflicts.
  Regularly audit user accounts to ensure that inactive or duplicate accounts are managed properly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to user management errors.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UJE_EXCEPTION012 error and manage user accounts effectively in your SAP system.