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# Create a system user for OAuth

# Create a system user for OAuth authentication in SAP {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Australia
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* Updated May 12, 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Create a dedicated system user in SAP to serve as the OAuth 2.0 client ID for the Software Asset Management integration.

## Before you begin

The OData services must be activated and the system alias assigned before creating the OAuth system user. See [Activate OData services and assign a system alias](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/3stEM1rLdwss~wWmh~jUzg "Activate the OData services and assign a system alias to support OAuth 2.0 authentication for integration with the Software Asset Management application.").

Role required: SAP Basis administrator

## About this task

Use transaction code SU01 to create the system user. The system user is referenced as the OAuth client ID when configuring the OAuth client in the
SOAUTH2 transaction.{#create-system-user-oauth-sap__create-system-user-oauth-sap-context-1}

## Procedure

1. Open transaction code SU01 in your SAP system and create a user.  
   For example, <kbd class="ph userinput">OAUTH_USER</kbd>.
2. Set the User Type value to System.
3. Generate a password for the user and save it in a secure location.  
   This password is required when configuring the OAuth client.
4. Select Save.

## What to do next

Configure the OAuth client in SAP. For details, see [Configure an OAuth client in SAP](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/Bc25sX_xp5AhCf_yBQLazQ "Register and configure an OAuth 2.0 client in SAP using the system user created for OAuth authentication, to enable secure data exchange with your ServiceNow instance.").