How To Fix CM_EHFND_WFF_MIGR073 - Old step corresponding to new step "&1" could not be determined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_WFF_MIGR - Messages for Workflow Foundation Migration

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Old step corresponding to new step "&1" could not be determined.

What causes this issue?

The new task instance step could not be mapped to the corresponding old
step of the PCBO-based action.

System Response

Due to the missing mapping, the system displayed an error.

How to fix this error?

Check that the MT_STEP_PROCESSOR_MAP attribute is filled correctly in
the migrator class.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_WFF_MIGR073 - Old step corresponding to new step "&1" could not be determined. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_WFF_MIGR073 indicates that there is an issue with the workflow migration process, specifically that the system is unable to determine the old step corresponding to a new step in the workflow. This can occur during the migration of workflows from one version to another or when there are changes in the workflow configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Configuration Changes: The workflow might have been modified, and the mapping between old and new steps is not correctly defined.
  Missing or Incomplete Migration: If the migration process was interrupted or not completed properly, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Custom Workflow Steps: If there are custom steps in the workflow that do not have a corresponding mapping in the new version, this error can occur.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data that the workflow relies on, leading to the inability to map steps correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there is a proper mapping between old and new steps.
  Re-run Migration: If the migration was incomplete, consider re-running the migration process to ensure that all steps are correctly migrated.
  Review Custom Steps: If there are custom steps, ensure that they are properly defined in the new workflow version and that they have corresponding mappings.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and fixes for known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you may want to debug the workflow to identify where the mapping is failing.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Workflow Migration Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation related to workflow migration for best practices and guidelines.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWDD (Workflow Builder) and SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to analyze and manage workflows.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.