How To Fix OAF105 - Receiving application &1 is not a valid agent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OAF - Agent Framework

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Receiving application &1 is not a valid agent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OAF105 - Receiving application &1 is not a valid agent ?

  The SAP error message OAF105, which states "Receiving application &1 is not a valid agent," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Web Application Framework (Web Dynpro or OAF - Oracle Application Framework). This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified receiving application as a valid agent for processing the request.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Application Name: The application name specified in the configuration or the call might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: The receiving application may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified application.
  Transport Issues: If the application was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or properly set up in the target environment.
  System Issues: There may be underlying issues with the SAP system or the specific application that is causing it to be unrecognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Application Name: Verify that the application name specified in the configuration or the call is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the receiving application is correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes checking the relevant configuration settings in the OAF framework.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Transport Validation: If the application was recently transported, check that all necessary objects were transported and activated in the target system. You may need to re-activate the application or its components.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to identify any underlying issues that may not be immediately apparent.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application or error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.