How To Fix SWN175 - Give a reason for your decision:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Give a reason for your decision:

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN175 - Give a reason for your decision: ?

  The SAP error message SWN175 typically relates to issues with the SAP Workflow Notification system, specifically when there are problems with the configuration or execution of the workflow notifications. The error message usually indicates that there is a problem with the settings or parameters that are required for the workflow notifications to function correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The workflow notification settings may not be configured correctly in transaction SWN1 (Workflow Notification Settings).
  Missing or Incorrect RFC Destination: The Remote Function Call (RFC) destination used for sending notifications may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow notifications.
  Background Job Issues: The background job responsible for sending notifications may not be running or may have failed.
  System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings related to email or communication methods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Go to transaction SWN1 and verify that the workflow notification settings are correctly configured. Ensure that the necessary parameters are set up properly.
  Verify RFC Destination: Check the RFC destination used for sending notifications in transaction SM59. Ensure that it is correctly configured and that the connection is working.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow notifications. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Check Background Jobs: Go to transaction SM37 and check if the background job for sending notifications is running or has failed. If it has failed, review the job log for any errors.
  System Settings: Verify the system settings related to email configuration (transaction SCOT) to ensure that the email sending functionality is working correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWN1: Workflow Notification Settings
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SCOT: SAPconnect Administration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to SWN175.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow notifications for additional configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SWN175 error message. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.