How To Fix SWF_BRF054 - Specified application type is not permitted

SWF_BRF054 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_BRF - Workflow and Business Rule Framework

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Specified application type is not permitted

What causes this issue?

The application type entered is not permitted.

System Response

The application type entered is not permitted.

How to fix this error?

Only applications of type Customizing, Master Data, and System are
permitted. Select of of these types for your application.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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 SWF_BRF054 - Specified application type is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message SWF_BRF054, which states "Specified application type is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of Business Rule Framework (BRF) or workflow scenarios in SAP. This error indicates that the application type you are trying to use is not allowed or recognized in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Application Type: The application type specified in the configuration or during the execution of a workflow or rule is not valid or not supported.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the BRF or workflow settings that restricts the use of certain application types.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow or rule may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified application type.
  Version Compatibility: The application type may not be compatible with the version of SAP you are using.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Application Type: Verify that the application type you are trying to use is valid and supported in your SAP system. Refer