How To Fix SWN118 - Unable to create selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Unable to create selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN118 - Unable to create selection ?

  The SAP error message SWN118, "Unable to create selection," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) system. This error can arise due to various reasons, often related to issues with the selection criteria or configuration settings in the workflow notification setup.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined for the workflow notifications may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the selection.
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: The configuration for the workflow notifications may be incomplete or missing essential components.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria defined in the workflow notification settings. Ensure that they are correctly set up and valid.
  Make sure that the fields used in the selection criteria exist and are correctly referenced.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage workflow notifications. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Go through the configuration settings for the workflow notifications in transaction SWN1 (Workflow Notification Configuration).
  Ensure that all required settings are properly configured, including the RFC destination and the mail settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Look into the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on the issue.
  If there are database or application server issues, consult with your technical team to resolve them.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the workflow notification setup to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWN1: Workflow Notification Configuration
  SWN_SELS: Selection Criteria for Workflow Notifications
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring workflow notifications and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.