How To Fix WI203 - Enter a user name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WI - BPT Workflow: Messages from Info System

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Enter a user name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WI203 - Enter a user name ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WI203 - Enter a user name
  
  Cause:
  The error message WI203 - Enter a user name occurs when a user tries to perform an action in the SAP Workflow system that requires a user name input, but the user name field is left empty or not provided. This typically happens during workflow task processing or when assigning tasks, where the system expects a valid user name to proceed.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When a workflow step requires a user to be specified (e.g., for task assignment or forwarding), but no user name is entered.
  During manual task processing or when reassigning workflow tasks.
  When creating or modifying workflow container elements that require a user name.
  In custom workflow development or user exit implementations where user name input is mandatory but missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a valid user name:
  
  Make sure to input a valid SAP user ID in the required field before proceeding.
  
  
  Check the workflow step configuration:
  
  Verify that the workflow step or container element that requires the user name is correctly configured to receive the user name.
  
  
  Validate user existence:
  
  Ensure the user name entered exists in the SAP system (transaction SU01 can be used to check user master data).
  
  
  Check for mandatory fields in custom developments:
  
  If this error occurs in a custom workflow or user exit, verify that the code correctly handles user name input and that the field is not left blank.
  
  
  Use F4 help:
  
  Use the F4 help (value help) to select a valid user name to avoid typos or invalid entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  SWI1 - Work Item Selection  
  SWI2_FREQ - Frequent Tasks  
  SWI5 - Work Item Display  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow errors or user assignment issues if the problem persists.
  
  
  Workflow Container Elements:
  
  The user name is often stored in container elements like USER or RECIPIENT. Ensure these are properly filled.
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  The user performing the action must have the necessary authorizations to assign or process workflow tasks.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WI203 - Enter a user name is straightforward: the system expects a user name input but none was provided. The fix is to enter a valid SAP user name in the required field before continuing with the workflow action.
  
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