How To Fix EEWMSERVICE074 - Notification type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMSERVICE - IS-U Work Management: Service

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Notification type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Notification type &V1& does not exist.

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?

Enter a valid notification type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMSERVICE074 - Notification type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EEWMSERVICE074 indicates that a notification type specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or Customer Service (CS) modules when trying to create or process a notification.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Notification Type: The notification type specified in the transaction or program does not match any existing notification types in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The notification type may not have been configured properly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified notification type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the notification type entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Notification Type:
  
  Verify the notification type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  You can check the existing notification types in the configuration settings under SPRO ? Plant Maintenance and Customer Service ? Maintenance Processing ? Notification ? Define Notification Types.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Notification Type:
  
  If the notification type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify its settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process notifications of the specified type. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for the specific transaction or process you are working with to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IW21 (Create Notification) or IW22 (Change Notification) to test the notification types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, ensure that there are no user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the notification type processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.