How To Fix EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG026 - Cannot release revision because a worklist is in process

EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG - Messages for Regulatory Lists

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Cannot release revision because a worklist is in process

What causes this issue?

The current regulatory list revision cannot be released, because the
system found a worklist that is in process for the current released
regulatory list revision. The current released regulatory list revision
cannot be replaced with the new revision until the worklist contains
some open tasks.

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?

Complete all the tasks from the worklist for the current released
regulatory list revision. You can release this regulatory list revision
when the worklist for the current released revision is completed.

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 EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG026 - Cannot release revision because a worklist is in process ?

  The SAP error message EHFND_REG_LIST_MSG026 indicates that a revision cannot be released because there is an active worklist associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of managing changes or updates to documents, workflows, or other processes in SAP, particularly in the area of Human Capital Management (HCM) or related modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of an active worklist that is preventing the release of the revision. This could happen for several reasons:
  
  Pending Approvals: There may be pending approvals or tasks that need to be completed before the revision can be released.
  Active Processes: There might be ongoing processes or workflows that are still in progress, which are linked to the revision.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses locking mechanisms to prevent changes to data that is currently being processed. If a worklist is active, it may lock the revision from being released.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following