How To Fix CM_EHFND_WFF_MIGR506 - Start event for workflow &1 not found in table SWWLOGHIST

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_WFF_MIGR - Messages for Workflow Foundation Migration

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Start event for workflow &1 not found in table SWWLOGHIST

What causes this issue?

In the SWWLOGHIST table, the system cannot find a start event for the
workflow &V1&.

System Response

The report continued the conversion but it skipped this specific data
record.

How to fix this error?

If you want to migrate the data record, check the workflow data, correct
the issues, and restart the program, manually.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_WFF_MIGR506 - Start event for workflow &1 not found in table SWWLOGHIST ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_WFF_MIGR506 indicates that a start event for a workflow (identified by the workflow ID &1) cannot be found in the table SWWLOGHIST. This typically occurs during the migration or execution of workflows in SAP systems, particularly when there are inconsistencies or missing entries in the workflow logs.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Workflow Instance: The workflow instance that is supposed to be triggered may not exist in the system, possibly due to deletion or an incomplete migration process.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the workflow data, such as missing entries in the workflow history or logs.
  Configuration Issues: The workflow configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the start event.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the workflow to not be fully functional.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Instance: Verify if the workflow instance exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SWI1 for workflow overview).
  Review Workflow Logs: Look into the SWWLOGHIST table to see if there are any entries related to the workflow ID. You can use transaction SE16 or SE11 to view the table.
  Recreate the Workflow: If the workflow instance is missing, you may need to recreate it or re-trigger the workflow to ensure it starts correctly.
  Check Configuration: Review the workflow configuration settings in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWWLOGHIST: Workflow Log History Table
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on workflows and error handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.