How To Fix VLBAPI005 - No recipient could be determined for object &1 method &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLBAPI - Output Texts for Delivery BAPIs

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No recipient could be determined for object &1 method &2

What causes this issue?

The distribution model for decentralized Warehouse Management System
(decentralized WMS) is not set up correctly with reference to the
recipient determination for object &V1& method &V2&. This means that
the system cannot determine a recipient for object &V1& method &V2&.

System Response

The system reacts by issuing a warning message, or by terminating
processing in critical situations. If a warning message is issued,
changes are made to the object. If processing is terminated, the object
retains its original status.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator. After the distribution model has been
corrected with regards to recipient determination for object &V1&
method &V2&, you can save the document and then restart distribution or
repeat the workstep that was canceled.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system attempts to determine a recipient for object &V1& method
&V2& using the filter object types &V3&. The system cannot determine a
recipient. Define a filter object type &V3& with a valid filter value
for recipient determination for object &V1& method &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLBAPI005 - No recipient could be determined for object &1 method &2 ?

  The SAP error message VLBAPI005 indicates that the system could not determine a recipient for a specific object and method. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Application Programming Interface (BAPI) when trying to send messages or notifications related to business processes.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The recipient configuration for the specific object or method may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Object or Method: The object (&1) or method (&2) specified in the error message may not be valid or may not have any associated recipients.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the recipient information.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not contain the necessary information to determine a recipient (e.g., missing or incorrect partner function).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the recipient determination configuration for the specific object and method is correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking transaction codes like SWDD (Workflow Builder) or PFCG (Role Maintenance) for relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Validate Object and Method:
  
  Ensure that the object and method specified in the error message are correct and exist in the system. You can check the BAPI documentation or use transaction BAPI to explore available BAPIs.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Functions:
  
  Check if the necessary partner functions are defined for the business object. This can be done in the relevant customizing settings (e.g., in Sales and Distribution, check partner determination procedures).
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the recipient information. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the BAPI call to trace where the recipient determination is failing. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BAPI you are using to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWDD, BAPI, and PFCG.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific BAPI or error message for additional guidance or patches.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.