How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_WFF286 - SWU3: Schedule background job for missed deadlines

CM_EHFND_FW_WFF286 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 286

• Message text: SWU3: Schedule background job for missed deadlines

What causes this issue?

No background job for work items with missed deadlines is scheduled.
The <LS>SAP Business Workflow</> system uses a background job to execute
actions such as send notifications for workflow items that have missed a
deadline and, therefore, are overdue. You must schedule this job for
periodic execution.

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?

INCLUDE FND_SWU3_MESSAGES OBJECT DOKU ID TX
You can also perform the step <ZK>Schedule Background Job for Missed
Deadline</> separately.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF286 - SWU3: Schedule background job for missed deadlines ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF286 typically indicates that there are missed deadlines for workflow tasks in the SAP system. This can occur when workflow instances are not processed in a timely manner, leading to potential delays in business processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missed Deadlines: The error suggests that certain workflow tasks have not been executed within their expected time frames.
  Background Job Issues: The background job responsible for processing workflows may not be scheduled or may have failed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the workflow settings or in the background job scheduling.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to delays in processing workflows.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Schedule Background Job:
  
  Go to transaction SWU3 (Automatic Workflow Customizing).
  Check the settings for background job scheduling.
  Ensure that the job for processing workflow tasks is scheduled correctly. You may need to create or adjust the job settings to ensure it runs at appropriate intervals.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow configuration to