How To Fix KPEP_WL301 - The report was not started in the workflow (flow definition).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPEP_WL - Messages For The Worklist in The Schedule Manager

• Message number: 301

• Message text: The report was not started in the workflow (flow definition).

What causes this issue?

If reports use a generalized worklist, you can only execute them in a
defaulted workflow ("flow definition").

System Response

Processing is stopped.

How to fix this error?

Define a flow or add this report to an existing flow.
-> You need to reference the flow definition in the Schedule Manager.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPEP_WL301 - The report was not started in the workflow (flow definition). ?

  The SAP error message KPEP_WL301 indicates that a report was not started in the workflow as expected. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's workflow management, particularly when dealing with the execution of reports that are part of a workflow process.
  Causes:
  
  Workflow Definition Issues: The workflow definition may not be correctly set up to include the report in question. This could be due to missing steps or incorrect configuration.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to start the report.
  Report Configuration: The report itself may not be configured correctly to be executed within the workflow context.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as system performance problems or connectivity issues, that prevent the report from being executed.
  Missing Parameters: The report may require certain parameters that are not being passed correctly from the workflow.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workflow Definition: Review the workflow definition in the SAP system to ensure that the report is included and configured correctly. You can use transaction codes like SWDD (Workflow Builder) to check the workflow.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report. This can be checked using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Validate Report Configuration: Check the report configuration to ensure it is set up to be executed in a workflow context. This may involve checking the report's transaction code and parameters.
  Check for Technical Issues: Investigate any system performance issues or errors in the system logs (transaction SM21) that may be affecting workflow execution.
  Parameter Passing: Ensure that all required parameters for the report are being passed correctly from the workflow. You may need to modify the workflow to include the necessary parameters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Workflow Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow management to understand how reports are integrated and executed within workflows.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection), SWI2_FREQ (Work Items by Frequency), and SWI2_DURA (Work Items by Duration) to monitor and troubleshoot workflow issues.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further investigation.