How To Fix G0291 - The first task of &1 is not currently displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 291

• Message text: The first task of &1 is not currently displayed

What causes this issue?

Prior to the last save of the layout parameters, the task display was
paged to the right.
Ths system is now displaying the tasks in the same fashion.

System Response

Information

How to fix this error?

To see the other tasks use the left arrow key to page to the left.
If desired, save the layout settings again in order to see the other
tasks the next time you start the program.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0291 - The first task of &1 is not currently displayed ?

  The SAP error message G0291, which states "The first task of &1 is not currently displayed," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with task management in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to display the first task of a particular workflow or process.
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Configuration Issues: The workflow might not be properly configured, or the first task may not be defined correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the first task of the workflow.
  Task Status: The task may be in a status that prevents it from being displayed (e.g., it might be completed, canceled, or in an error state).
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or inconsistencies in the workflow definitions or task assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow definition in transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that the first task is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the workflow is correctly activated.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations using transaction code SU53 or SU01 to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the workflow and its tasks.
  
  
  
  Review Task Status:
  
  Use transaction code SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to check the status of the work items and tasks associated with the workflow.
  Ensure that the first task is not in a completed or canceled state.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors:
  
  Look for any system logs or error messages that might indicate issues with the workflow or task processing. You can use transaction code SLG1 to check application logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or task to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Workflow Documentation: Familiarize yourself with SAP's workflow documentation to understand how workflows are structured and managed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the G0291 error message in SAP.