How To Fix SWN056 - Delivery type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Delivery type & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN056 - Delivery type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SWN056 indicates that a specified delivery type does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) settings, where the system is trying to process notifications but cannot find the specified delivery type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The delivery type specified in the workflow configuration may not be defined in the system.
  Missing Customization: If the delivery type is a custom one, it may not have been properly set up or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the delivery type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated correctly.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the delivery type name in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWN1 (Workflow Notification) and check the settings for the delivery type.
  Ensure that the delivery type you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Delivery Type:
  
  If the delivery type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigate to the appropriate section for workflow settings and define the delivery type.
  
  
  
  Verify Customization:
  
  If you are using a custom delivery type, ensure that it has been properly configured and activated.
  Check if the custom delivery type is included in the relevant customizing transport requests.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Review the configuration for any typographical errors in the delivery type name.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure delivery types for workflow notifications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the workflow notification again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWN1: Workflow Notification settings.
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing.
  SPRO: Customizing settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the SWN056 error message.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWN056 error and implement a solution to resolve it.