How To Fix SWN057 - & messages sent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 057

• Message text: & messages sent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN057 - & messages sent ?

  The SAP error message SWN057 typically relates to issues with the SAP Workflow Notification system, specifically when there are problems with sending notifications via the SAPconnect interface. This error can occur for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing settings, or problems with the underlying communication infrastructure.
  Cause of SWN057
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The SAPconnect settings may not be properly configured. This includes settings for the SMTP server, email addresses, or other communication parameters.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Email Addresses: If the email addresses of the recipients are not correctly set up in the user profiles or if they are missing, the system will not be able to send notifications.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the SMTP server.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or the system may not have the necessary authorizations to send emails.
  
  
  SMTP Server Issues: The SMTP server itself may be down or misconfigured, leading to failures in sending emails.
  
  
  Solution for SWN057
  
  
  Check SAPconnect Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SCOT and verify the settings for the SMTP node.
  Ensure that the SMTP server address, port, and other parameters are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify User Email Addresses:
  
  Check the user profiles in transaction SU01 to ensure that the email addresses are correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the users have valid email addresses and that they are not blocked.
  
  
  
  Test SMTP Connection:
  
  Use transaction SOST to check the status of sent emails and see if there are any errors.
  You can also use the Test Connection feature in SCOT to verify that the SAP system can connect to the SMTP server.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send emails. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review SMTP Server Logs:
  
  If you have access to the SMTP server logs, check for any errors or issues that may indicate why emails are not being sent.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your Basis team to investigate further, especially if there are network or server-related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCOT: SAPconnect Administration
  SOST: Send Requests
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring SAPconnect and troubleshooting email sending issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to SWN057 or email notifications.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the SWN057 error message in your SAP system.