How To Fix SWN068 - Attempt to send message failed: Message deliverer missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Attempt to send message failed: Message deliverer missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN068 - Attempt to send message failed: Message deliverer missing ?

  The SAP error message SWN068, which states "Attempt to send message failed: Message deliverer missing," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) framework. This error indicates that the system is unable to send notifications because the necessary message deliverer is not configured or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The message deliverer for sending notifications (like email or other messaging services) is not configured in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the message deliverer might be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service responsible for sending the notifications may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the SAP system or the communication infrastructure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWN068 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SWNCONFIG to check the configuration of the notification settings.
  Ensure that the message deliverer (like SMTP for email) is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Configure Message Deliverer:
  
  If the message deliverer is missing, you may need to configure it. For email notifications, ensure that the SMTP settings are correctly set up in transaction SCOT (SAPconnect).
  Make sure that the email addresses and other parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or service account that is trying to send the notifications has the necessary authorizations to do so. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by sending a test notification to ensure that it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the SWN framework for any specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWNCONFIG: Configuration of the SAP Workflow Notification framework.
  SCOT: Configuration of SAPconnect for email and other communication methods.
  SLG1: Application log for monitoring and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to the SWN framework.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SWN068 error in your SAP system.