How To Fix SWN033 - No time zone specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 033

• Message text: No time zone specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN033 - No time zone specified ?

  The SAP error message SWN033 ("No time zone specified") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) framework, which is used to send notifications to users about workflow events. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the time zone for the user or the system settings, which is necessary for scheduling notifications correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Zone Configuration: The user profile may not have a time zone specified.
  System Settings: The system may not have a default time zone configured.
  User Master Record: The user master record may be incomplete or incorrectly configured, lacking the necessary time zone information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWN033 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is experiencing the issue.
  Check the "Defaults" tab to ensure that a time zone is specified. If it is missing, enter the appropriate time zone.
  
  
  
  Check System Settings:
  
  Ensure that the system has a default time zone set. This can typically be checked in the system profile parameters.
  Use transaction code RZ10 to check the instance profile and ensure that the parameter timezone is set correctly.
  
  
  
  User Master Record:
  
  If the user master record is missing the time zone, you can update it directly in SU01 or use transaction SU03 to maintain user authorizations and settings.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the workflow configuration is set up correctly and that it is not missing any required settings related to time zones.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the notification functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU03: User Authorizations
  RZ10: Profile Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user profiles and workflow notifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the SWN framework and time zone settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.