How To Fix 5W092 - Workflow definition(s) deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Workflow definition(s) deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W092 - Workflow definition(s) deleted ?

  The SAP error message 5W092 indicates that a workflow definition has been deleted. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in the workflow configuration, deletion of the workflow by a user, or issues related to transport requests.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: A user may have manually deleted the workflow definition from the system.
  Transport Issues: If a transport request that included the workflow definition was incorrectly imported or deleted, it could lead to this error.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes made during a system upgrade or configuration changes might inadvertently lead to the deletion of workflow definitions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain workflow definitions, leading to the perception that they are deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Definitions: Verify if the workflow definition is indeed deleted. You can do this by navigating to the workflow management area in SAP (transaction code SWDD or SWI1).
  Restore from Backup: If the workflow definition was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup if available.
  Recreate the Workflow: If the workflow cannot be restored, you may need to recreate it manually based on the previous configuration.
  Transport Request Review: If the issue is related to transport requests, review the transport logs to identify any issues during the import process. You may need to re-import the transport request that contained the workflow definition.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the workflow definitions. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection for Recurrent Tasks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to workflow definitions and their management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on workflow management for best practices and guidelines on creating and managing workflows.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow Administrator for further investigation.