How To Fix SWN125 - Parameter: &1 - message &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Parameter: &1 - message &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN125 - Parameter: &1 - message &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SWN125 indicates that there is an issue with a notification message that is expected to be sent but cannot be found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification system, which is used to send notifications to users about workflow events.
  Cause:
  The error message SWN125 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Message Class: The message class that contains the specified message number does not exist or is not properly defined in the system.
  Incorrect Message Number: The message number referenced in the error does not correspond to any existing message in the specified message class.
  Transport Issues: If the message class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the workflow settings that lead to the system trying to access a non-existent message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWN125 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Message Class:
  
  Use transaction code SE91 to check the message class and ensure that the message number exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference.
  
  
  
  Verify Message Number:
  
  Ensure that the message number referenced in the error is correct. If it is incorrect, update the workflow or notification configuration to use the correct message number.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the message class was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. You may need to re-import the transport or activate the message class.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary messages are defined.
  
  
  
  System Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to ensure that all components are functioning correctly. You can use transaction codes like SWU3 to check workflow settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific message class and error for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE91: Message Class Maintenance
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  SWN1: Workflow Notification Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SWN125 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SWN125 error in your SAP system.