How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_WFF314 - No START_PROCESSING step found

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: 314

• Message text: No START_PROCESSING step found

What causes this issue?

No step is defined to start the processing.
For every process in the application, there must be a step defined to
start the processing. This step is necessary to enable the link between
the workflow instance and the instance of the process control business
object. This first step calls the method START_PROCESSING on the
assigned PCO class.

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?

Open the workflow template in transaction <ZK>Change Tasks</>
(PFTC_CHG). Start the workflow builder on the <ZK>Basic data </>tab and
insert a step that calls the method START_PROCESSING as the first step
of the workflow template.

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_WFF314 - No START_PROCESSING step found ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_WFF314: No START_PROCESSING step found typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Business Process Management (BPM) when the system is unable to find a defined step to initiate the processing of a workflow. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Workflow Definition: The workflow definition may not be properly configured or may be missing entirely.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow might not have a defined "START_PROCESSING" step, or the step may have been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the workflow definition.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the workflow engine.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD) and verify that the workflow definition exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that there is a "START_PROCESSING" step defined in the workflow.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust the Workflow:
  
  If the workflow definition is missing or incorrect, you may need to recreate it or adjust the existing one to include the necessary steps.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the workflow was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all components were transported successfully.
  If necessary, re-transport the workflow definition.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or process you are working with, as there may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Workflow Builder (SWDD): This is the tool used to create and manage workflows in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection), SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview), and SWI2_DURA (Work Item Duration).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to your specific version of SAP and the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.