How To Fix USMDZ3317 - &1 &2 Accounting clerk &3 does not exist in company code &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDZ3 - Nachrichtenklasse zum UI des User-Interfaces

• Message number: 317

• Message text: &1 &2 Accounting clerk &3 does not exist in company code &4

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ3317 - &1 &2 Accounting clerk &3 does not exist in company code &4 ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ3317 indicates that the accounting clerk specified in the transaction does not exist for the specified company code. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or postings where a specific user or clerk is required to be associated with the company code.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent User: The accounting clerk (user ID) specified in the transaction does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Company Code: The user may not be assigned to the specified company code.
  User Deactivation: The user might have been deactivated or removed from the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions in the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify User Existence:
  
  Check if the accounting clerk (user ID) exists in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the user management transaction (e.g., SU01) and entering the user ID to see if it is valid.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct company code. This can be checked in the user profile or by using transaction SU01 to view the user’s roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  User Activation:
  
  If the user does not exist or is inactive, you may need to create the user or reactivate them. This typically requires administrative access.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions in the specified company code. This may involve checking the roles assigned to the user and ensuring they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security or basis team to ensure that the user is properly set up and has the required access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for user management and authorization concepts to understand how users and roles are managed in your SAP environment.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the USMDZ3317 error message.