How To Fix 5W108 - Task & does not exist

5W108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Task & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The 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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

5W108 - Details

• The SAP error message 5W108 typically indicates that a specific task or work item does not exist in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access a task in a workflow, project management, or other SAP modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Task Deletion: The task you are trying to access may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Task ID: The task ID you are using may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the task.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow or project management settings.
  Transport Issues: If the task was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Task ID: Double-check the task ID you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Check Task Existence: Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work