How To Fix WZ333 - Workflow user entered for office inbound distribution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 333

• Message text: Workflow user entered for office inbound distribution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ333 - Workflow user entered for office inbound distribution ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WZ333 - Workflow user entered for office inbound distribution
  
  Cause:
  The error message WZ333 typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow, specifically when dealing with office inbound distribution. It indicates that a workflow user has been entered or assigned in a scenario where it is not expected or allowed, such as in the configuration or processing of office inbound distribution tasks.
  More specifically, this message arises when the system detects that a workflow user has been specified for an office inbound distribution step, but the system expects a different type of recipient or distribution method (e.g., a distribution list, organizational unit, or a different user type). This mismatch causes the workflow to raise the warning or error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Office inbound distribution refers to the process of distributing incoming documents or tasks to users or groups within the SAP Office environment.
  The workflow step or configuration expects a certain type of recipient (e.g., a distribution list or organizational unit).
  If a workflow user (an individual user ID) is entered instead of the expected recipient type, the system issues the WZ333 message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the recipient type in the workflow step:
  
  Review the workflow step or the distribution configuration where the error occurs.
  Ensure that the recipient is correctly specified according to the expected type (e.g., distribution list, organizational unit, or user).
  
  
  
  Correct the recipient assignment:
  
  If a workflow user was entered incorrectly, replace it with the appropriate recipient type.
  For office inbound distribution, typically a distribution list or organizational unit should be used rather than a single workflow user.
  
  
  
  Adjust the workflow or distribution configuration:
  
  If the business requirement is to send the task to a specific user, verify if the workflow step supports this.
  If not, modify the workflow design or distribution method to accommodate the correct recipient type.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Office settings:
  
  Verify the configuration of SAP Office inbound distribution in transaction SO23 or related customizing.
  Ensure that the distribution lists and organizational units are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP documentation or notes:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to message WZ333 for any patches or additional guidance.
  Sometimes, this message is a warning and can be suppressed or handled differently depending on the workflow design.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder (to check and modify workflow steps)
  SO23 - Maintain Distribution Lists
  SBWP - SAP Business Workplace (to check office inbox and workflow tasks)
  
  
  
  SAP Office:
  
  SAP Office is the internal messaging and document distribution system within SAP.
  Office inbound distribution is used to route incoming documents or workflow tasks to users or groups.
  
  
  
  Workflow Recipient Types:
  
  User (single user)
  Organizational Unit
  Distribution List
  Role
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for notes related to WZ333 or office inbound distribution errors for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Workflow user entered where office inbound distribution expects a different recipient type.
  Solution: Correct the recipient assignment in the workflow or distribution configuration to use the appropriate recipient type (distribution list or organizational unit).
  Check: Workflow steps, SAP Office distribution lists, and related customizing.
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, workflow step, or scenario), I can help with more specific instructions.