How To Fix SWN152 - Handlers are only permitted for receiver determinations using handlers

SWN152 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Handlers are only permitted for receiver determinations using handlers

What causes this issue?

You can only specify a handler when using the receiver type "receiver
determination using handler".

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entry in the Handler field.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN152 - Handlers are only permitted for receiver determinations using handlers ?

  The SAP error message SWN152 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) system, specifically related to the use of handlers in receiver determinations. This error typically arises when you attempt to use a handler in a context where it is not permitted.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use a handler in a receiver determination that does not support it.
  The configuration of the receiver determination is incorrect or incomplete.
  The system is expecting a direct assignment of a receiver rather than a handler.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWN152 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Receiver Determination Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWN1 (Workflow Notification) and review the configuration of your receiver determination.
  Ensure that you are using the correct type of receiver determination that supports handlers.
  
  
  
  Review Handlers:
  
  If you are using a handler, ensure that it is correctly defined and that it is compatible with the receiver