How To Fix UCT9015 - Approval agent not specified in step &2 of workflow variant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCT9 - Workflow Connection

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Approval agent not specified in step &2 of workflow variant &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCT9015 - Approval agent not specified in step &2 of workflow variant &1 ?

  The SAP error message UCT9015 indicates that an approval agent has not been specified in a particular step of a workflow variant. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where specific steps in a workflow require designated agents (users or groups) to perform actions or approvals.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A workflow variant is configured without specifying an approval agent for a particular step.
  The workflow step is designed to require an agent for processing, but none has been assigned.
  There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow definition or a missing assignment in the workflow step.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCT9015 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD).
  Open the workflow variant indicated in the error message.
  Locate the step mentioned in the error message (step &2).
  
  
  
  Specify Approval Agent:
  
  In the properties of the step, ensure that an approval agent is specified. This can be done by:
  
  Assigning a specific user or a role that represents the approval agent.
  Using a decision task that dynamically determines the agent based on certain criteria.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Agent Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the agent assignment is valid and that the user or role has the necessary authorizations to perform the task.
  
  
  
  Test the Workflow:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow to ensure that it functions correctly without generating the error.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If the workflow is in a development environment, ensure that any changes are transported to the production environment after testing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Workflow Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the workflow configuration settings in SAP, including how to define agents and roles.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on workflow management and error handling.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_DIAG: Work Item Diagnosis
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the workflow log and debugging tools to trace the workflow execution and identify any additional issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCT9015 error and ensure that your workflow operates smoothly.