How To Fix SWUO900 - No documents were found for this selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWUO - Business Workflow: Office Integration

• Message number: 900

• Message text: No documents were found for this selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWUO900 - No documents were found for this selection ?

  The SAP error message SWUO900 ("No documents were found for this selection") typically occurs in the context of workflow management within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system could not find any documents or work items that match the criteria specified in the selection parameters.
  Causes:
  
  No Work Items Available: There may simply be no work items or documents that meet the selection criteria you have specified.
  Selection Criteria: The parameters you are using to filter the documents may be too restrictive or incorrect.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the workflow configuration or the workflow itself may not have been triggered correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the work items or documents.
  Data Issues: There may be data inconsistencies or issues in the underlying tables that store workflow information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that they are correct and not overly restrictive. Try broadening the criteria to see if any documents appear.
  Verify Workflow Instances: Check if there are any active workflow instances. You can do this by using transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview).
  Check Workflow Configuration: Ensure that the workflow is correctly configured and that it has been activated. You can use transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) to review the workflow definition.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the work items. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  Check for Data Issues: Investigate if there are any data inconsistencies in the workflow tables. You may need to run consistency checks or consult with your technical team to resolve any underlying data issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1, SWI2, SWDD, and SWU3 (for workflow customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to workflow issues or the specific error message SWUO900 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further investigation.