How To Fix 50113 - Workflow &1 could not be started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 50 - Messages in Package EEOB

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Workflow &1 could not be started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 50113 - Workflow &1 could not be started ?

  The SAP error message "50113 Workflow &1 could not be started" typically indicates that there is an issue with starting a workflow in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Workflow Definition Issues: The workflow definition may not be activated or may have errors in its configuration.
  Missing Workflow Template: The workflow template that is supposed to be used may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to start the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters passed to the workflow may be incorrect or incomplete.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration that prevent the workflow from being initiated.
  Business Object Issues: The business object associated with the workflow may not be correctly defined or may not exist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD) and verify that the workflow definition is active and correctly configured.
  Ensure that all necessary steps and conditions are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Workflow Template:
  
  Check if the workflow template exists in the system (transaction code SWDD).
  If it does not exist, you may need to create or import it.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to start the workflow. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check Parameters:
  
  Review the parameters being passed to the workflow. Ensure that all required parameters are provided and are valid.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Check the system configuration related to workflows. This may involve reviewing settings in transaction codes like SWU3 (Automatic Workflow Customizing) to ensure that the workflow environment is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Business Object Verification:
  
  Ensure that the business object associated with the workflow is correctly defined and available in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection by Frequency
  SWI2_DURA: Work Item Selection by Duration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Review workflow logs and traces (transaction codes SWI1 or SWI2) to gather more information about why the workflow could not be started.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.