How To Fix >A131 - Only substitution for positions and users supported

>A131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Only substitution for positions and users supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A131 - Only substitution for positions and users supported ?

  The SAP error message "A131 Only substitution for positions and users supported" typically occurs in the context of workflow or substitution settings within SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to perform a substitution for an object type that is not supported, such as a role or a group, rather than a specific user or position.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Object Type: The error arises when a substitution is attempted for an object type that is not allowed. In SAP, substitutions are generally supported for individual users and positions, but not for roles or groups.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the workflow or substitution settings that lead to this error.
  Incorrect User Assignment: The user or position being substituted may not be correctly assigned or may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substitution Settings:
  
  Navigate to the substitution settings in SAP (Transaction code: SUI or SWU3).
  Ensure that the substitution is set up for a