How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG050 - Processes &1 can not be deleted. WF must be archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Processes &1 can not be deleted. WF must be archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG050 - Processes &1 can not be deleted. WF must be archived ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG050 indicates that certain processes cannot be deleted because they are still associated with a workflow (WF) that needs to be archived first. This error typically arises in the context of managing processes in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with Master Data Governance (MDG) or similar applications where workflows are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Active Workflows: The primary cause of this error is that there are active workflows linked to the processes you are trying to delete. SAP requires that all workflows associated with a process be archived before the process itself can be deleted.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces this rule to maintain data integrity and ensure that no active processes are lost or orphaned during deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Workflows:
  
  Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Workflows in Process) to identify the active workflows associated with the processes you want to delete.
  
  
  
  Archive Workflows:
  
  Once you have identified the active workflows, you need to archive them. This can typically be done using transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the appropriate object for archiving workflows and follow the archiving process to ensure that the workflows are archived successfully.
  
  
  
  Delete Processes:
  
  After archiving the workflows, you should be able to delete the processes without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or active processes that might prevent deletion. You may need to check related tables or configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Workflows in Process
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on archiving workflows and managing processes in your specific SAP version.
  Support: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDC_PROCESS_MSG050 error and successfully delete the processes in question.