How To Fix FBZ_WF016 - Proposal run does not exist, or workflow is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBZ_WF - Release of Payment Proposal

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Proposal run does not exist, or workflow is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBZ_WF016 - Proposal run does not exist, or workflow is not active ?

  The SAP error message FBZ_WF016 indicates that there is an issue with the proposal run in the context of the payment processing workflow. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid proposal run or when the workflow for the payment proposal is not active.
  Causes:
  
  No Proposal Run Exists: The proposal run you are trying to access may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Workflow Not Active: The workflow for the payment proposal might not be activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the payment processing settings or workflow settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the proposal run or the workflow.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Proposal Run:
  
  Verify if the proposal run exists by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., F110 for automatic payment transactions) and checking the proposal history.
  If the proposal run does not exist, create a new payment proposal.
  
  
  
  Activate Workflow:
  
  Ensure that the workflow for payment proposals is activated. You can check this in the workflow configuration settings (transaction SWDD or SWU3).
  If the workflow is not active, activate it and ensure that all necessary steps are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for payment processing in transaction OBPM1 (for payment methods) and ensure that the workflow settings are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the payment method used is configured to use the workflow.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the payment proposal and the workflow. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to perform a system check or to look for any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  OBPM1: Payment Methods in Country
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the error message FBZ_WF016, as there may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.