How To Fix SWN063 - Message does not contain any notifications

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Message does not contain any notifications

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN063 - Message does not contain any notifications ?

  The SAP error message SWN063 ("Message does not contain any notifications") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification system, particularly when using the SAP Business Workflow and the SAPconnect (SICF) services for sending notifications.
  Cause:
  The error message SWN063 indicates that the system attempted to send a notification, but there were no notifications available to be sent. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  No Work Items: There are no work items in the user's inbox that require notification.
  Filter Settings: The filter settings for the notification may be too restrictive, resulting in no notifications being selected.
  User Settings: The user may not have any active notifications or may not be assigned to any workflows that generate notifications.
  Technical Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAPconnect settings or the workflow itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWN063 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Work Items: Verify if there are any work items in the user's inbox. You can do this by navigating to the SAP Business Workplace (transaction code SBWP) and checking the user's work items.
  
  
  Review Notification Settings: Check the settings for the notification system. Ensure that the filters are set correctly and that the user is eligible to receive notifications.
  
  
  User Assignment: Ensure that the user is assigned to the relevant workflows that generate notifications. You can check this in the workflow configuration.
  
  
  Test Notification Configuration: Use transaction code SWN1 to test the notification configuration. This transaction allows you to simulate the sending of notifications and can help identify if there are any issues with the configuration.
  
  
  Check SAPconnect Configuration: Ensure that the SAPconnect settings are correctly configured. You can check this in transaction code SCOT. Make sure that the SMTP settings are correct and that the email addresses are valid.
  
  
  Review Workflow Logs: Check the workflow logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why notifications are not being generated. You can use transaction code SWI1 to view workflow logs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SBWP: SAP Business Workplace
  SWN1: Notification Configuration
  SCOT: SAPconnect Administration
  SWI1: Workflow Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWN063 error and implement a solution to resolve it.