How To Fix SWN106 - Specify a receiver address

SWN106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Specify a receiver address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN106 - Specify a receiver address ?

  The SAP error message SWN106, which states "Specify a receiver address," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) configuration. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid receiver address for sending notifications, which can be due to several reasons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Receiver Address: The most common cause is that the receiver address (email or other communication method) has not been specified in the workflow configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the workflow notification might be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the system not being able to determine where to send the notifications.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not have the necessary email address or communication method set up.
  Transport Issues: If the system is set up to send notifications to an external email address, there may be issues with the transport configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SWN1 (Workflow Notification Configuration).
  Ensure that the receiver address