How To Fix E0145 - Work item/workflow & could not be started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Work item/workflow & could not be started

What causes this issue?

During IDoc Status record processing, an inbound status record
triggered an action. This action - starting a workitem, a workflow or a
process - failed.

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

Technical info:
Error: (see table T100)
Affected task/process : &v1&
Application area : &v2&
Error number : &v3&

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0145 - Work item/workflow & could not be started ?

  The SAP error message E0145, which states "Work item/workflow could not be started," typically indicates that there is an issue preventing the initiation of a workflow or work item in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes of E0145 Error
  
  
  Missing Workflow Definition: The workflow definition that is supposed to be triggered may not exist or may not be activated in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to start the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the workflow settings, such as incorrect parameters or missing data.
  
  
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that are preventing the workflow from being initiated.
  
  
  Business Object Issues: The business object associated with the workflow may not be correctly defined or may have missing data.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There may be technical issues, such as problems with the workflow engine or related components.
  
  
  Solutions to E0145 Error
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Verify that the workflow definition exists and is activated in the system. You can do this using transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to start the workflow. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the workflow. Ensure that all required parameters are correctly set and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Check Business Object:
  
  Ensure that the business object associated with the workflow is correctly defined and that all necessary data is available.
  
  
  
  Analyze System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Workflow:
  
  If possible, test the workflow in a development or test environment to see if the issue can be replicated and to identify any specific points of failure.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the E0145 error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SLG1: Application Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflows and work items for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the E0145 error and implement a suitable solution.