How To Fix SWN107 - Select a category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Select a category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN107 - Select a category ?

  The SAP error message SWN107: Select a category typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) configuration. This error indicates that the system requires the user to select a category for the notification but none has been selected.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Category Selection: The user did not select a notification category when trying to execute a function that requires it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the workflow notifications, such as missing or incorrectly set categories in the SWN configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain categories.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWN107 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select a Category:
  
  When prompted, ensure that you select a valid notification category from the available options. This is often done in the selection screen of the notification.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SWN1 (Workflow Notification) and check the configuration settings.
  Ensure that the categories are properly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the categories. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Users:
  
  If possible, test the functionality with different user accounts to determine if the issue is user-specific or system-wide.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring workflow notifications and categories.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWN1: Workflow Notification Configuration
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  
  
  Workflow Categories: Categories are used to classify notifications and can be customized based on business requirements.
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have shared their experiences and solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.