How To Fix HRASR00_PROCESS160 - Forwarding of work item is not possible

HRASR00_PROCESS160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_PROCESS -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Forwarding of work item is not possible

What causes this issue?

A severe error occurred in the function module HR_ASR_BACK_TO_USER and
the processing was canceled.
The work item should be forwarded from the error expert to the original
processor. The work item is forwarded using the function module
SAP_WAPI_FORWARD_WORKITEM. An error occurred here. The return code was
not equal to 0.

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?

Check the specified work item.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_PROCESS160 - Forwarding of work item is not possible ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_PROCESS160 with the description "Forwarding of work item is not possible" typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow, particularly in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the forwarding of a work item in the workflow process.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Work Item Status: The work item may be in a status that does not allow it to be forwarded. For example, it might already be completed or in a state that does not permit forwarding.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to forward the work item may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the workflow configuration or the specific process definition that is being used.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the workflow instance.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Work Item Status: Verify the status of the work item. If it