How To Fix SWN040 - Send request has no receiver

SWN040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Send request has no receiver

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN040 - Send request has no receiver ?

  The SAP error message SWN040, which states "Send request has no receiver," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification system. This error indicates that a notification or message that is supposed to be sent does not have a valid recipient configured. Here are the causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Receiver Configuration: The workflow or notification does not have a defined recipient. This could be due to incorrect or missing settings in the workflow definition.
  User Assignment Issues: The user who is supposed to receive the notification may not be assigned correctly in the system or may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Incorrect Workflow Settings: The workflow might be incorrectly configured, leading to a situation where the system cannot determine the recipient.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the communication settings or the workflow engine itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workflow Definition: Review the workflow definition