How To Fix BT701 - Triggering of system event & is forbidden

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Triggering of system event & is forbidden

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT701 - Triggering of system event & is forbidden ?

  The SAP error message BT701, which states "Triggering of system event & is forbidden," typically occurs in the context of Business Workflow or Business Transaction events in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to trigger an event that is not allowed due to certain restrictions or configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or the system may not have the necessary authorizations to trigger the specified event.
  Event Configuration: The event may be configured in such a way that it is restricted or disabled for certain users or scenarios.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings that prevent the triggering of certain events.
  Workflow Configuration: If the event is part of a workflow, the workflow may not be properly configured to handle the event.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to trigger the event. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Review Event Configuration: Check the configuration of the event in transaction SWETYPV (Event Type) to ensure that it is set up correctly and is not restricted.
  Adjust System Settings: If there are system-wide settings that restrict event triggering, consult with your SAP Basis team to review and adjust these settings as necessary.
  Workflow Configuration: If the event is part of a workflow, review the workflow configuration in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that it is set up to handle the event correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific event type to understand any additional restrictions or requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWETYPV: To view and manage event types.
  SWDD: To manage workflows.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  SUIM: To check user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BT701 error and implement a solution to resolve it.