How To Fix 5W106 - Workflow task & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Workflow task & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The workflow task does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W106 - Workflow task & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5W106 indicates that a workflow task does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when the system is unable to find a specific workflow task that is referenced in a workflow definition or instance.
  Causes:
  
  Task Deletion: The workflow task may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Task ID: The task ID referenced in the workflow may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the task may not have been included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the workflow task.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the workflow settings or the task definition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Task Existence: Verify that the task ID exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code SWO1 (Business Object Builder) or SWDD (Workflow Builder) and checking if the task is listed.
  Correct Task ID: If the task ID is incorrect, update the workflow definition with the correct task ID.
  Transport Check: If the workflow was transported, ensure that all necessary objects, including the task, were included in the transport request.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow task. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Recreate Task: If the task has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to identify where the task is being called and why it cannot be found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection for Recurrent Tasks
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on workflow management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further assistance.