What is receiver type in SAP BC-BMT-WFM - SAP Business Workflow?

SAP Term: receiver type

• Component: BC-BMT-WFM

• Component Name: SAP Business Workflow

• Description: Optional input parameter for the receiver function module. A receiver type is stored with a linkage and is entered by the SAP System. The entry is made at definition time if triggering events are defined for tasks or workflows. The entry is made during execution if a wait step or an activity that refers to a task with a terminating event is executed. For triggering events of tasks or workflows, the receiver type is the ID of the task to be started. For wait steps or terminating events of tasks, the receiver type is EVENTITEM or WORKITEM.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Receiver type is a component of SAP Business Workflow (BC-BMT-WFM) that defines the type of user or system that will receive a workflow task. It is used to determine who will be responsible for completing the task and how the task will be processed. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Receiver types are used to define the type of user or system that will receive a workflow task. This can be done by assigning a receiver type to a workflow task in the workflow definition. The receiver type can be set to either a user, a role, or an organizational unit. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning receiver types, it is important to consider the roles and responsibilities of the users who will be receiving the tasks. This will ensure that tasks are assigned to the most appropriate users and that tasks are completed in a timely manner. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on receiver types and how they are used in SAP Business Workflow, please refer to the SAP Help Portal.