How To Fix W5011 - Please pass on either the requester or the release parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W5 - Messages for MM-WEB Applications and BAPIs

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Please pass on either the requester or the release parameters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W5011 - Please pass on either the requester or the release parameters ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W5011 – Please pass on either the requester or the release parameters
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs in SAP workflow or release strategy scenarios where a function module, BAPI, or workflow step expects either the requester (person who initiated the request) or the release parameters (parameters related to the approval/release process) to be passed as input. If neither is provided, the system cannot determine who is responsible for the next step or how to proceed with the release/approval process.
  In other words, the program or workflow is missing critical information about the user or parameters needed to continue processing.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During workflow processing related to release strategies.
  When calling BAPIs or function modules that require requester or release parameters.
  In custom developments or enhancements where release or approval logic is implemented.
  When the system tries to determine the next approver or release step but lacks necessary input.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Parameters:
  
  Ensure that either the requester (usually a user ID or personnel number) or the release parameters (such as release codes, release groups, or release indicators) are correctly passed to the function module or workflow step.
  If you are calling a BAPI or function module, verify the parameters being passed in the call.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow or Release Strategy Configuration:
  
  Verify that the release strategy is properly configured and that the workflow has the necessary data to identify the requester or release parameters.
  Check if the workflow container has the correct values for these fields.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SWUS or SWI1 to analyze the workflow logs.
  Debug the relevant function module or BAPI to see why the parameters are missing.
  Check the source of the data and ensure the requester or release parameters are set before the call.
  
  
  
  Custom Code:
  
  If this occurs in custom code, add validation to ensure that either the requester or release parameters are passed.
  Add error handling or default values if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: W5 (related to release strategy and workflow)
  Common Function Modules: ME_RELEASE_DOCUMENT, ME_PROCESS_REQ_CUST, or other release-related BAPIs.
  Transactions to Check:
  
  SWI1 – Workflow log
  SWDD – Workflow Builder
  SPRO – Release strategy configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search SAP Support Portal for message W5011 for any specific notes or patches.
  
  
  Summary:
  The W5011 warning indicates missing critical input parameters (requester or release parameters) needed for release or approval processing. To resolve it, ensure that these parameters are correctly passed and available in the workflow or function module call. Check configuration, input data, and custom code to fix the root cause.