How To Fix 25070 - Recipient & is not contained in any recipient list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 25 - DDS: document distribution (DMS)

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Recipient & is not contained in any recipient list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25070 - Recipient & is not contained in any recipient list ?

  The SAP error message "25070 Recipient & is not contained in any recipient list" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when sending notifications via email or other communication methods. This error indicates that the specified recipient (denoted by "&") is not found in any of the defined recipient lists for the workflow or notification process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Recipient: The recipient specified in the workflow or notification is not included in the recipient list.
  Incorrect Recipient ID: The recipient ID may be incorrectly specified or may not exist in the system.
  Recipient List Configuration: The recipient list may not be properly configured or may not include the necessary users or groups.
  User Deactivation: The user account for the recipient may be inactive or locked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Recipient ID: Verify that the recipient ID is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the user master data in transaction SU01.
  Update Recipient List: Ensure that the recipient is included in the appropriate recipient list. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant workflow or notification configuration.
  Adding the recipient to the list if they are missing.
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration: If this error occurs in a workflow, check the workflow definition to ensure that the recipient list is correctly set up and that the recipient is included.
  User Status: Check the status of the user account. If the user is inactive or locked, you may need to reactivate or unlock the account.
  Testing: After making changes, test the workflow or notification again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to analyze work items and their recipients, or SWDD (Workflow Builder) to modify workflows.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on workflows and recipient management for more detailed guidance on configuring recipient lists.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools or insights to diagnose the problem.