How To Fix 5A842 - Moderator is unknown

5A842 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 842

• Message text: Moderator is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A842 - Moderator is unknown ?

  The SAP error message "5A842 Moderator is unknown" typically occurs in the context of SAP systems when there is an issue related to the configuration or assignment of moderators in a specific application or module, such as SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Process Management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The moderator (a user or role responsible for overseeing a process) may not be properly configured in the system.
  User Not Assigned: The user or role intended to act as the moderator may not be assigned correctly in the relevant workflow or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to be recognized as a moderator.
  System Errors: There could be a temporary system error or inconsistency in the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., transaction codes like SWDD for workflows).
  Ensure that the moderator is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Assign User/Roles:
  
  Verify that the user or role intended to be