What is 'virtual user' in SAP BC-JAS-SEC - Security, User Management?

virtual user - Overview

• Component: BC-JAS-SEC

• Component Name: Security, User Management

• Description: A user that exists only in the main memory of the application and is not saved as a record in the user data source. This user is created programmatically to fulfill a special purpose in connection with a Java security role. The application creates the user when the security role uses the run-as-identity method.

virtual user - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A virtual user is a type of user in SAP that is not associated with a real person. It is used to perform automated tasks, such as running background jobs or executing certain transactions. Virtual users are created in the User Maintenance transaction (SU01) and are assigned a specific authorization profile. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To create a virtual user, go to the User Maintenance transaction (SU01) and enter the desired user name. Select the “Virtual User” checkbox and assign an authorization profile. Once the virtual user is created, it can be used to run background jobs or execute certain transactions. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to note that virtual users should not be used for interactive tasks, such as entering data into the system or running reports. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the authorization profile assigned to the virtual user has the necessary permissions for the tasks it will be performing. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on virtual users in SAP, please refer to the SAP Help documentation for BC-JAS-SEC Security, User Management.