How To Fix SWR226 - You are not a receiver of the work item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWR - Business Workflow: WAPI Interfaces

• Message number: 226

• Message text: You are not a receiver of the work item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWR226 - You are not a receiver of the work item ?

  The SAP error message SWR226 ("You are not a receiver of the work item") typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when a user attempts to access a work item that they are not authorized to view or process. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  User Authorization: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the work item. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Work Item Assignment: The work item may not be assigned to the user. Work items are typically assigned to specific users or groups, and if the user is not included, they will receive this error.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow may be configured incorrectly, leading to improper assignment of work items.
  User Status: The user may be in a status that prevents them from receiving work items (e.g., inactive or locked).
  Task Assignment: The task associated with the work item may have specific conditions or rules that exclude the user from being a receiver.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the work item. This can be done by checking the user's profile in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations for the specific workflow tasks.
  
  
  
  Review Work Item Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the work item to ensure that the user is indeed a recipient. This can be done using transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to view the work items and their assignments.
  If the user should be a recipient, you may need to reassign the work item or adjust the workflow configuration.
  
  
  
  Inspect Workflow Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow definition in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that the task is correctly configured to include the user or user group.
  Check for any conditions or rules that might be excluding the user from receiving the work item.
  
  
  
  User Status Check:
  
  Ensure that the user is active and not locked in the system. This can be checked in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Workflow Logs:
  
  Use transaction SWI2_FREQ or SWI2_DURA to analyze workflow logs for any errors or issues related to the work item assignment.
  
  
  
  Contact Workflow Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve a workflow administrator or SAP support to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWR226 error and implement a solution to resolve it.