How To Fix SO624 - Object to be deleted is not in recipient list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 624

• Message text: Object to be deleted is not in recipient list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO624 - Object to be deleted is not in recipient list ?

  The SAP error message SO624 ("Object to be deleted is not in recipient list") typically occurs when you are trying to delete an object (such as a document or message) from the SAP system, but the object is not found in the recipient list for the action you are attempting to perform. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with workflow items, messages in SAP Business Workflow, or other similar scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  
  Object Not in Recipient List: The object you are trying to delete is not part of the list of recipients for the action you are performing. This could be due to:
  
  The object has already been processed or deleted.
  The object was never added to the recipient list.
  There may be a mismatch in the object ID or reference.
  
  
  
  Workflow Issues: If the error occurs in the context of a workflow, it may indicate that the workflow instance has already been completed or that the object has been removed from the workflow.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the object, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Status: Verify the status of the object you are trying to delete. Ensure that it is still active and part of the recipient list.
  
  
  Review Workflow: If the error is related to a workflow, check the workflow instance to see if it is still active. You can use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to monitor workflow items.
  
  
  Correct Object Reference: Ensure that you are referencing the correct object ID. Double-check the parameters you are using to delete the object.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or function module that is generating the error to understand why the object is not found in the recipient list.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection), SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency), and SWI2_DURA (Work Item Selection - Duration) for monitoring workflows.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with, as it may provide additional insights into the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.