How To Fix SWN146 - Error when creating the test configuration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Error when creating the test configuration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN146 - Error when creating the test configuration ?

  The SAP error message SWN146 typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) settings, particularly when trying to create a test configuration for the workflow notifications. This error can arise due to various reasons, including missing or incorrect settings in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration settings for the workflow notifications may not be properly set up in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the test configuration may not have the required authorizations to access or modify the workflow settings.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the SAP system or the underlying database.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters provided during the configuration process may be incorrect or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SWNCONFIG and verify that all necessary settings for the workflow notifications are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the relevant RFC destinations and SMTP settings are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and modify workflow notification configurations. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Test RFC Connection:
  
  Use transaction SM59 to test the RFC connection to ensure that it is functioning correctly. If there are issues with the RFC connection, resolve them first.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for any related errors that might provide more context on the issue.
  Check the background jobs (transaction SM37) to see if there are any failed jobs related to workflow notifications.
  
  
  
  Parameter Validation:
  
  Double-check the parameters you are entering during the test configuration process to ensure they are correct and complete.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to workflow notifications for any specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWNCONFIG: Workflow Notification Configuration
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the SWN146 error when creating the test configuration in SAP.