How To Fix WAF106 - Enter a valid user

WAF106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAF - Wireless Application Framework

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Enter a valid user

Self-Explanatory Message

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WAF106 - Details

• The SAP error message WAF106: "Enter a valid user" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user tries to perform an action that requires a valid user ID or when the user ID entered does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid User ID: The user ID entered does not exist in the SAP system.
  User Lock: The user account may be locked due to multiple failed login attempts or administrative actions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of user management in the SAP system.
  Typographical Errors: Simple typos in the user ID can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User ID: Verify that the user ID entered is correct. Ensure there are no typos or extra spaces.
  User Status: Check if the user account is active and not locked. This can be done