How To Fix 0M297 - User &1 not in worklist; cannot be deleted


0M297 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 0M - Customer Enhancements

  • Message number: 297

  • Message text: User &1 not in worklist; cannot be deleted

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0M297 - Details

  • The SAP error message 0M297 indicates that a user is not present in the worklist, and therefore, cannot be deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of workflow management or task assignments within SAP systems.
    
    Cause: User Not Assigned: The user you are trying to delete from the worklist is not currently assigned to any tasks or work items in the workflow. Worklist Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the worklist does not recognize the user as part of the active tasks. User Status: The user may have been deactivated or removed from the system, leading to the inability to delete them from the worklist. System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the workflow database.
    Solution: Verify User Assignment: Check if the user is indeed assigned to any work items. You can do this by reviewing the worklist or task assignments in the relevant transaction (e.g., SWI1 for work items). Check

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