How To Fix PB084 - Due to an error workflow was not started for vacancy

PB084 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PB - PD: Message IDs Org. Management

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Due to an error workflow was not started for vacancy

What causes this issue?

Due to an error during event triggering, the workflow for maintaining
the position vacancy (infotype 1007) could not be started.

System Response

No new vacancy has been created for the position and an available one
has not been delimited.

How to fix this error?

Check whether infotype 1007 (Vacancy) must be maintained. You can do
this in Organizational Management.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

PB084 - Details

• The SAP error message PB084, which states "Due to an error, workflow was not started for vacancy," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with personnel actions related to vacancies or job postings.
  Causes of Error PB084
  
  
  Workflow 
  Configuration Issues: The workflow for handling vacancies may not be properly configured. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the workflow definition.
  
  
  Missing Workflow Template: The specific workflow template required for the vacancy process may not be available or activated in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to initiate the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to start the workflow.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the workflow engine or database inconsistencies.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data for the vacancy may be incomplete or incorrect, preventing the workflow from being initiated.
  
  
  System Settings: The system settings related to the workflow