How To Fix /PM0/ABP_ACTION018 - Internal error; not possible to start transaction SBWP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_ACTION -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Internal error; not possible to start transaction SBWP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_ACTION018 - Internal error; not possible to start transaction SBWP ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_ACTION018 Internal error; not possible to start transaction SBWP typically indicates an issue with the SAP Business Workflow (SBWP) transaction, which is used for managing workflow tasks in SAP.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the SBWP transaction.
  System Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow settings or the system itself.
  Internal Errors: This could be due to a bug or an internal inconsistency in the SAP system.
  Missing Components: Required components or services for the workflow might not be active or properly configured.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the transaction from being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access SBWP. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the workflow in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction SM21 to check the system logs for any related error messages that might provide more context about the internal error.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can use transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze the function modules or methods that are called when starting SBWP.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal. There may be patches or updates that address this specific issue.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant logs or details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SBWP: This transaction is used for accessing the SAP Business Workplace, where users can manage their workflow tasks.
  Workflow Administration: Familiarize yourself with the workflow administration tools in SAP, such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection) and SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection by Frequency).
  SAP Community: Check the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the error related to starting transaction SBWP.