How To Fix WFD_BL_MSG090 - User ID does not exist for the workforce assignment &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFD_BL_MSG - Message Class for Workforce Assignment and Details

• Message number: 090

• Message text: User ID does not exist for the workforce assignment &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFD_BL_MSG090 - User ID does not exist for the workforce assignment &. ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WFD_BL_MSG090: User ID does not exist for the workforce assignment &.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to assign or reference a User ID in a workforce assignment (such as in SAP Workflow, SAP SuccessFactors Workforce Management, or related modules), but the specified User ID does not exist or is not found in the system. The placeholder "&" typically represents the User ID that the system attempted to find but failed.
  Common reasons include:  
  
  The User ID was mistyped or does not exist in the SAP user master records (transaction SU01).  
  The User ID has been deleted or locked.  
  The User ID is not assigned to the relevant personnel or workforce assignment in the system.  
  Integration or synchronization issues between SAP ERP and workforce management or HR systems.  
  The user is not maintained in the relevant organizational structure or personnel assignment.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify User ID Existence:  
  
  Check if the User ID exists in SAP using transaction SU01.  
  If the user does not exist, create the user or correct the User ID in the workforce assignment.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:  
  
  Ensure the user is not locked or inactive. Unlock or activate if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Workforce Assignment:  
  
  Verify that the User ID is correctly assigned to the workforce assignment or organizational unit.  
  In SAP HCM or SuccessFactors, check the personnel assignment or user mapping.
  
  
  
  Correct the User ID in the Workflow or Assignment:  
  
  If the User ID is referenced in a workflow step or assignment, correct it to a valid user.
  
  
  
  Synchronization Issues:  
  
  If the system integrates with external HR or identity management systems, ensure synchronization is working properly and the user exists in all relevant systems.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:  
  
  Sometimes, the user might exist but lacks the necessary authorizations to be recognized in the workflow or assignment.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SU01: User maintenance to check or create users.  
  Workflow Logs: Check workflow logs (SWI1, SWIA) to identify where the error occurs.  
  Personnel Administration (PA30): Check personnel assignments if related to HR.  
  Integration Scenarios: If using SAP SuccessFactors or other workforce management tools, verify integration and user provisioning.  
  SAP Notes: Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WFD_BL_MSG090 for specific patches or known issues.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error "User ID does not exist for the workforce assignment" means the system cannot find the specified user in the context of workforce assignment. The fix involves verifying the user’s existence, status, and correct assignment in SAP and related systems, and correcting any discrepancies.