How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_WFF120 - BOPF (&1) node not found; workflow will retry later

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_FW_WFF - Messages for Exception Obj. of EHS/PS&S Workflow Foundation

• Message number: 120

• Message text: BOPF (&1) node not found; workflow will retry later

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF120 - BOPF (&1) node not found; workflow will retry later ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF120 indicates that a specific node in the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) could not be found during the execution of a workflow. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when using BOPF-based applications, particularly in the SAP S/4HANA environment.
  Cause:
  
  
  Node Not Found: The error suggests that the workflow is trying to access a node in the BOPF model that does not exist or is not correctly defined. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration of the BOPF model.
  Changes in the underlying data model that have not been reflected in the workflow.
  The node may have been deleted or renamed.
  The workflow instance may be referencing an outdated version of the BOPF model.
  
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incomplete data that prevents the workflow from finding the required node.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOPF node.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOPF Configuration: 
  
  Verify the BOPF configuration to ensure that the node in question is correctly defined and exists in the model.
  Use transaction BOPF to analyze the BOPF model and check the structure of the nodes.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Definition:
  
  Check the workflow definition to ensure that it is correctly referencing the BOPF node.
  If there have been recent changes to the BOPF model, update the workflow accordingly.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being processed by the workflow to ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data is consistent.
  Check for any data inconsistencies or missing entries that could lead to the node not being found.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the BOPF node.
  Review the authorization roles assigned to the user and make adjustments if necessary.
  
  
  
  Retry Mechanism: Since the error message indicates that the workflow will retry later, monitor the workflow execution to see if it resolves itself after a retry. If the issue persists, further investigation will be needed.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue continues, consider debugging the workflow to trace the execution path and identify where the failure occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BOPF and workflows to understand the expected behavior and configuration requirements.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.