How To Fix SWF_FLEX_DEF237 - Required recipient for deadline action email is not provided


SWF_FLEX_DEF237 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SWF_FLEX_DEF -

  • Message number: 237

  • Message text: Required recipient for deadline action email is not provided

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF237 - Required recipient for deadline action email is not provided ?
    The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF237 indicates that a required recipient for a deadline action email is not provided in the workflow configuration. This typically occurs in SAP Business Workflow when a deadline is set for a task, and the system is unable to determine who should receive the notification email regarding that deadline.
    
    Cause: Missing Recipient Configuration: The workflow definition may not have a recipient defined for the deadline action. This could be due to a misconfiguration in the workflow settings. User Assignment Issues: The user or role that is supposed to receive the email notification may not be correctly assigned or may not exist in the system. Email Address Not Set: The user profile may not have a valid email address configured, which prevents the system from sending the email. Workflow Template Issues: The workflow template used may not have the necessary settings for deadline notifications.
    Solution: Check Workflow Definition: Go to the workflow definition in transaction

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