How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_WFF202 - Cannot read workflow from archive

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: 202

• Message text: Cannot read workflow from archive

What causes this issue?

The workflow cannot be found in the archive. The workflow has probably
been deleted.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check your archive folder. You can use the following information:
Function module ARCHIVE_READ_OBJECT returned code "&SYST-MSGV1&" with
archive object WORKITEM, archive key "&SYST-MSGV2&", offset "
&SYST-MSGV3&".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF202 - Cannot read workflow from archive ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF202: Cannot read workflow from archive typically indicates that the system is unable to retrieve a workflow definition or instance from the archive. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Archive Data: The workflow data may not be present in the archive, possibly due to an incomplete archiving process or data deletion.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving settings for workflows may not be correctly configured, leading to issues when trying to access archived workflows.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archived workflows.
  Corrupted Archive: The archive file may be corrupted or not properly formatted, preventing the system from reading it.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the workflow retrieval to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Settings: Verify the archiving configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that the archiving process for workflows is correctly set up and that the necessary data is archived.
  Verify Archive Contents: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to check if the archived data exists and is intact. You can also check the archive logs for any errors during the archiving process.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access archived workflows. You may need to adjust roles or permissions.
  Re-archive Workflows: If the archived data is missing or corrupted, consider re-archiving the workflows. This may involve restoring data from backups if available.
  Check for System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be bug fixes related to workflow archiving.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SARA (for archiving), SWI1 (for workflow instances), and SWI2_FREQ (for workflow monitoring).
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation regarding workflow management and archiving processes for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.