How To Fix 8I174 - Recepient type invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Recepient type invalid

What causes this issue?

Recipient type entered is not valid

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Recipient type entered does not exist in the masters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I174 - Recepient type invalid ?

  The SAP error message 8I174 indicates that there is an issue with the recipient type in the context of a business process, typically related to the use of the SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Communication. The error message "Recipient type invalid" suggests that the system is unable to recognize or validate the specified recipient type for a particular action or process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Recipient Type: The recipient type specified in the workflow or communication process is not valid. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The recipient type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to recognize it.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to send messages to the specified recipient type.
  System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings or parameters that define valid recipient types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Recipient Type: Verify the recipient type specified in the workflow or communication process. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and matches the expected values.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the recipient types in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SO10 for text elements, SWDD for workflows). Ensure that the recipient type is defined and active.
  User Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to send messages to the specified recipient type.
  System Parameters: Review the system parameters related to communication and workflows to ensure that they are set correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on valid recipient types and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWDD (Workflow Builder), SO10 (Text Elements), and others that may be related to the configuration of workflows and communication.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and resolution.