How To Fix LR254 - No automatic recipient determination for recipients entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 254

• Message text: No automatic recipient determination for recipients entered

What causes this issue?

If you use automatic recipient determination, the recipient is
determined using role resolution. The recipient you entered cannot
therefore be taken into account.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR254 - No automatic recipient determination for recipients entered ?

  The SAP error message LR254 ("No automatic recipient determination for recipients entered") typically occurs in the context of SAP's workflow or messaging systems, particularly when trying to send messages or notifications to recipients. This error indicates that the system could not determine the appropriate recipients based on the criteria provided.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system may not have the necessary configuration for recipient determination. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or settings.
  Incorrect Recipient Data: The recipients entered may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Workflow Settings: If this error occurs in a workflow context, it may be due to incorrect workflow settings or missing workflow definitions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the recipient data or to send messages.
  Custom Logic: If there is custom logic implemented for recipient determination, it may not be functioning correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for recipient determination in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SO10 for text elements, SWDD for workflows). Ensure that all necessary entries are present.
  Validate Recipient Data: Ensure that the recipients you are trying to send messages to are valid and exist in the system. Check for typos or incorrect entries.
  Review Workflow Definitions: If applicable, check the workflow definitions and ensure that they are correctly set up to determine recipients.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to send messages and access recipient data.
  Debug Custom Logic: If there is custom logic involved in determining recipients, debug the code to identify any issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWDD (Workflow Builder), SO10 (Text Elements), and others that may be related to messaging and workflows.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflows and messaging to understand the configuration and recipient determination processes better.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.