How To Fix SWN084 - Specify a report or system command

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Specify a report or system command

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN084 - Specify a report or system command ?

  The SAP error message SWN084: Specify a report or system command typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) configuration. This error indicates that the system is expecting a report or a command to be specified in the workflow notification settings, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Report or Command: The most common cause of this error is that the configuration for the workflow notification is incomplete. Specifically, the report or system command that should be executed when the notification is triggered has not been specified.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the workflow notification is set up in transaction SWN1 (Workflow Notification Configuration).
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified report or command.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Notification Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SWN1.
  Review the configuration settings for the workflow notifications.
  Ensure that a valid report or system command is specified in the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Specify a Report or Command:
  
  If no report or command is specified, you need to enter a valid report name or system command that should be executed when the notification is triggered.
  Make sure that the report or command is accessible and executable by the user.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the workflow notification to ensure that it works as expected without generating the error.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the specified report or command. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which report or command to specify, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWN1: Workflow Notification Configuration
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection for Frequency
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to workflow notifications and error SWN084.
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or solutions related to this error in the SAP Community forums.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWN084 error and ensure that your workflow notifications are configured correctly.