How To Fix C$779 - No initiator was entered

C$779 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 779

• Message text: No initiator was entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$779 - No initiator was entered ?

  The SAP error message C$779 "No initiator was entered" typically occurs in the context of SAP's workflow or process management, particularly when a workflow is being initiated but lacks the necessary information about who is initiating it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a purchase order, initiating a workflow, or processing a document that requires an initiator.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Initiator Information: The most common cause of this error is that the system does not have the required initiator information (such as user ID or employee number) filled in.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow or process that is supposed to capture the initiator's details.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to initiate the process may not have the necessary authorizations to do so, leading to the system not recognizing them as an initiator.
  System Bugs or Inconsistencies: Occasionally, bugs or inconsistencies in the SAP system can