How To Fix WZ713 - You are not one of the possible agents of task '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 713

• Message text: You are not one of the possible agents of task '&1'

What causes this issue?

You tried to start a task in a dialog.
However, you are not one of the
<DS:GLOS.3526B11BAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>possible agents</> for this
task. You do not, therefore, have authorization to execute the task.
This is also true for workflow tasks or workflow templates that you
want to start in the dialog.

System Response

The system will not allow this task to be started.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE NA_SYSTEMVERWALTUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Have yourself (or your position or your organizational unit) entered as
a "possible agent" for the task to be started.
&sys_admin&
Maintain the agent assignment in the definition of the task in
question.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ713 - You are not one of the possible agents of task '&1' ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WZ713:
  
  SAP Error Message: WZ713
  Text: You are not one of the possible agents of task '&1'
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Workflow environment when a user tries to perform an action on a workflow task but is not authorized or assigned as a possible agent for that particular task.
  
  Possible agents are users or organizational units assigned to a workflow task who are allowed to process it.
  If the current user is not included in the list of possible agents for the task, SAP prevents the user from processing the task and raises this error.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When a user tries to start, process, or complete a workflow task.
  When the workflow task is assigned to a specific group or user(s), and the current user is not part of that group or list.
  When the workflow container or task assignment rules do not include the current user as a possible agent.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Task Assignment:
  
  Verify the task definition in the workflow (transaction PFTC).
  Check the Agent Assignment for the task.
  Confirm if the current user is included as a possible agent (directly or via organizational assignment).
  
  
  
  Check Organizational Assignment:
  
  If the task is assigned to an organizational unit or role, ensure the user belongs to that unit or has the required role.
  Use transaction PPOME or PO13 to check organizational assignments.
  
  
  
  Adjust Agent Assignment:
  
  Modify the workflow task’s agent assignment rule to include the user or the user’s organizational unit.
  This can be done by changing the agent assignment method (e.g., from a fixed user to a role or organizational unit).
  
  
  
  Workflow Container Values:
  
  Sometimes, the workflow container values that determine the agent are incorrect or missing.
  Check the workflow container and ensure the correct user or organizational unit is passed.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Task:
  
  If the task is already created and assigned incorrectly, a workflow administrator can reassign the task to the correct user using transaction SWIA (Work Item Administration).
  
  
  
  Check User Authorization:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to process the workflow task.
  Check roles and authorizations related to workflow processing.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFTC – Workflow Task Maintenance
  SWIA – Work Item Administration (to reassign tasks)
  SWI1 – Workflow Log
  PPOME / PO13 – Organizational Management
  SWDD – Workflow Builder (to check workflow definitions)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow agent assignment issues.
  Example: SAP Note 123456 (hypothetical) might describe common agent assignment problems.
  
  
  
  Workflow Agent Assignment Methods:
  
  Fixed user
  Organizational unit
  Role
  Rule-based assignment (using ABAP code or decision tables)
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 to check the workflow log and see which agents are assigned.
  Use SWI2_FREQ to analyze workflow tasks and their agents.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WZ713 means the user trying to process the workflow task is not authorized or assigned as a possible agent. To fix it, verify and adjust the agent assignment in the workflow task or organizational structure, ensure the user has the correct authorizations, and reassign the task if necessary.
  
  If you need help with a specific workflow or task, please provide the workflow ID or task name for more targeted assistance.