How To Fix HRFPM251 - Error raising Workflow event (object = &3 / event = &2 / key &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM - Messages Budget Planning & Budget Execution

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Error raising Workflow event (object = &3 / event = &2 / key &1)

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when starting the workflow event (event &v2&, key
&v1&) for object &V3&.

System Response

Workflow for the affected object cannot be started.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE PAOC_FPM_NA_TODO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the run in the <DS:TRAN.HRFPM_START_AWB>Run Administrator
Workbench</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM251 - Error raising Workflow event (object = &3 / event = &2 / key &1) ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM251 indicates an issue with raising a workflow event in the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically related to the Personnel Management (PM) component. The message typically includes placeholders for the object, event, and key, which provide context for the error.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The workflow event may not be properly configured in the system. This could involve missing or incorrect settings in the workflow definition or event linkage.
  
  
  Missing Object or Event: The specified object or event may not exist in the system. This could happen if the event was deleted or if the object type is not recognized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to raise the event may not have the necessary authorizations to do so.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the workflow engine or database inconsistencies.
  
  
  Data Issues: The key provided may not correspond to a valid entry in the database, leading to the inability to raise the event.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRFPM251 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the workflow event is correctly configured in the system. Check the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SWDD for workflow definition) to ensure that the event is linked to the correct object type.
  
  
  
  Validate Object and Event:
  
  Ensure that the object type and event specified in the error message exist in the system. You can use transaction codes like SWO1 (Object Types) and SWO2 (Event Types) to check their existence.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations for the user or process that is attempting to raise the event. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to execute the workflow.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Look into the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Verify that the key provided in the error message corresponds to a valid entry in the relevant database tables. This may involve checking the relevant infotypes or custom tables.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow event you are working with. There may be 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. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD (Workflow Builder)
  SWI1 (Work Item Selection)
  SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency)
  SLG1 (Application Log)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to workflow events in HR.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on workflow management and event handling in SAP HR.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRFPM251 error in your SAP system.