How To Fix EIDESWD079 - Display workflow &1 from archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIDESWD - Message for Change of Supplier/Service

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Display workflow &1 from archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIDESWD079 - Display workflow &1 from archive ?

  The SAP error message EIDESWD079, which states "Display workflow &1 from archive," typically occurs when there is an attempt to access a workflow that has been archived. This can happen in scenarios where workflows are no longer active and have been moved to an archive for storage purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Archived Workflows: The workflow you are trying to display has been archived, meaning it is no longer available in the active database.
  Incorrect Workflow ID: The workflow ID you are trying to access may not exist in the active database or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access archived workflows.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Accessing Archived Workflows:
  
  Use the appropriate transaction code to access archived workflows. In many cases, you can use transaction code SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency) to view archived workflows.
  You may also need to use transaction SARA to manage archiving settings and check if the workflow is indeed archived.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow ID:
  
  Verify that the workflow ID you are trying to access is correct. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access archived workflows. You may need to consult with your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Restore from Archive:
  
  If you need to access the workflow data, you may need to restore it from the archive. This process typically involves using the archiving object related to workflows and may require specific authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Understand the archiving process in SAP, which is used to manage data growth and improve system performance. Familiarize yourself with the archiving objects relevant to workflows.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow management and archiving to better understand how workflows are stored and accessed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.