How To Fix AFX_WORKBENCH018 - Task "&1" (&2) does not yet have a valid end status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_WORKBENCH - Messages from AFX Workbench

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Task "&1" (&2) does not yet have a valid end status

What causes this issue?

The requested task cannot be performed yet since the preceding task
'&V1&' (&V2&) has not been given a valid final status.

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?

Complete the preceding task first.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_WORKBENCH018 - Task "&1" (&2) does not yet have a valid end status ?

  The SAP error message AFX_WORKBENCH018 indicates that a specific task (identified by the placeholders "&1" for the task name and "&2" for the task ID) does not have a valid end status. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Application Framework, particularly when dealing with workflow tasks or process management.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Task Execution: The task may not have been completed properly, leading to an invalid or missing end status.
  Workflow Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the workflow configuration that prevent the task from reaching a valid end state.
  Database or System Errors: There could be underlying database issues or system errors that are preventing the task from being updated correctly.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the task or update its status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Task Status: Review the status of the task in the workflow. Ensure that all required steps have been completed.
  Reprocess the Task: If the task is stuck, try to reprocess it or manually set the status if you have the necessary permissions.
  Review Workflow Configuration: Check the workflow configuration for any errors or misconfigurations that could be causing the issue.
  Check Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that could provide more context on why the task does not have a valid end status.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the task has the appropriate authorizations to complete it.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific workflow or task to see if there are known issues or patches available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection) and SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview) to monitor and manage workflow tasks.
  Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction SWI1 to monitor the status of workflows and identify any tasks that are not progressing as expected.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to AFX_WORKBENCH018 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the AFX_WORKBENCH018 error message.