Message type: E = Error
Message class: APPL_MM_COMP_WFL - Message class for workflow notifications
Message number: 003
Message text: The manager of the workflow initiatorÆs manager & could not be determine.
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APPL_MM_COMP_WFL003
- The manager of the workflow initiatorÆs manager & could not be determine. ?The SAP error message APPL_MM_COMP_WFL003 indicates that the system is unable to determine the manager of the workflow initiator's manager. This typically occurs in the context of workflows, particularly in the Materials Management (MM) module, where approval processes may require routing tasks to the appropriate managers. Causes: Missing Manager Assignment: The initiator's manager may not be assigned in the organizational structure. This can happen if the manager's position is not correctly set up in the system. Incorrect Organizational Structure: There may be issues with the organizational structure configuration, such as missing relationships or incorrect reporting lines. User Master Data Issues: The user master data for the initiator or their manager may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the inability to determine the manager. Workflow
Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the workflow configuration itself, such as incorrect settings or missing definitions for the approval process. Solutions: Check Manager Assignment: Go to the transaction code PPOME (or PPOSE)
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