How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG105 - The workflow &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 105

• Message text: The workflow &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG105 - The workflow &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG105, which states "The workflow &1 is not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when the system is unable to find a defined workflow for a specific process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Not Defined: The specific workflow referenced by the identifier (&1) is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or the workflow not being activated.
  Incorrect Workflow ID: The workflow ID being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the workflow.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) and check if the workflow with the specified ID exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or import it from another system.
  
  
  
  Activate the Workflow:
  
  If the workflow exists but is not activated, activate it in the Workflow Builder.
  
  
  
  Verify Workflow ID:
  
  Double-check the workflow ID being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to an existing workflow.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the workflow was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. If there were errors, you may need to resolve those issues.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or process you are working with. SAP Notes may provide additional insights or solutions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection for a specific frequency
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.