How To Fix 25085 - No recipient has been copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 085

• Message text: No recipient has been copied

What causes this issue?

The recipient was not entered when you called the function.

System Response

No recipient was entered.

How to fix this error?

Enter a recipient.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25085 - No recipient has been copied ?

  The SAP error message "25085 No recipient has been copied" typically occurs in the context of workflows or when sending messages in SAP. This error indicates that the system was unable to find a recipient for a message or task that is supposed to be sent or assigned.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Recipient Assignment: The workflow or message does not have a recipient assigned to it. This can happen if the recipient is not defined in the workflow configuration or if the recipient's user ID is not valid.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a recipient.
  User Status: The intended recipient may be inactive or not authorized to receive the message.
  System Issues: There may be temporary issues with the SAP system that prevent the assignment of recipients.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration to ensure that recipients are correctly assigned. This includes checking the task definitions and ensuring that the correct user IDs or roles are specified.
  Validate User IDs: Ensure that the user IDs assigned as recipients are valid and active in the system. You can check this in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Review Authorization: Make sure that the intended recipients have the necessary authorizations to receive and process the workflow or message.
  Test Workflow: If you are a developer or administrator, you can test the workflow using transaction code SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to see if the workflow is functioning as expected.
  Check for System Issues: If the problem persists, check for any system issues or logs that might indicate a broader problem affecting the workflow processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflows and message handling for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further investigation.