How To Fix SATC_CI_MODE_MSGS009 - Unknown address for substitute &1: Redirecting to approver &2.

SATC_CI_MODE_MSGS009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SATC_CI_MODE_MSGS - ATC/Code Inspector: exemption handling

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Unknown address for substitute &1: Redirecting to approver &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SATC_CI_MODE_MSGS009 - Unknown address for substitute &1: Redirecting to approver &2. ?

  The SAP error message SATC_CI_MODE_MSGS009 indicates that there is an issue with the substitution configuration in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the system cannot find a valid address for the specified substitute user (&1), and as a result, it is redirecting the request to the approver (&2).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Substitute Configuration: The substitute user may not be properly configured in the system, or their address (email or user ID) may be missing or incorrect.
  User Status: The substitute user may be inactive or locked in the system.
  Organizational Structure Changes: Changes in the organizational structure or user assignments may have led to the substitute no longer being valid.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to act as a substitute.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substitute Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWU3 (Automatic Workflow Customizing) or SWWI (Workflow Administration) to check the substitution settings.
  Ensure that the substitute user is correctly defined and has