How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_WFF157 - Failed to end substitutions by user &1

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: 157

• Message text: Failed to end substitutions by user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF157 - Failed to end substitutions by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF157 indicates that there was a failure in ending substitutions for a specific user. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Workflow Framework, particularly when dealing with user substitutions in workflow processes.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  User Permissions: The user attempting to end the substitution may not have the necessary permissions to do so.
  Invalid User ID: The user ID specified in the error message may not exist or may be incorrectly entered.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the workflow settings or in the substitution management settings.
  Active Substitution: The user may not have any active substitutions to end, or the substitution may have already been ended by another process.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the workflow tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage substitutions. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Verify User ID: Double-check the user ID mentioned in the error message to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  Review Active Substitutions: Use transaction code SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ to check if there are any active substitutions for the user. If there are none, the error may be due to trying to end a non-existent substitution.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the workflow and substitution management. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation. They may need to look into the database or system logs for deeper issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1, SWI2, and SLG1 for monitoring workflows and logs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Workflow Framework and user substitution management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.