How To Fix UMB037 - Responsible person '&1' does not exist

UMB037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Responsible person '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB037 - Responsible person '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UMB037 indicates that the responsible person specified in a transaction or document does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in scenarios where a user is trying to assign a responsible person to a task, project, or document, but the system cannot find the corresponding user or employee record.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent User ID: The user ID or employee number entered does not exist in the SAP system.
  Deactivated User: The responsible person may have been deactivated or deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typographical error in the user ID or employee number.
  Missing Master Data: The responsible person's master data may not have been created or may be incomplete.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify User ID: Check the user ID or employee number entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the format and details in the system.
  Check User Existence: Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) or PA20