How To Fix SCWN704 - Some decisions are pending; finalize these decisions before continuing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCWN - Messages Note installation and management

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Some decisions are pending; finalize these decisions before continuing

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

To continue, first finalize the decisions with the status ?Decision
pending?. To finalize a decision, click the hyperlink, select (or
deselect) the objects whose changes you want to copy and choose ?Enter?.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCWN704 - Some decisions are pending; finalize these decisions before continuing ?

  The SAP error message SCWN704 indicates that there are pending decisions in the workflow that need to be finalized before you can proceed with the current action. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where certain tasks or decisions must be completed before moving forward.
  Cause:
  
  Pending Workflow Tasks: There are tasks in the workflow that have not been completed or approved. This could be due to a user not having completed their assigned task or decision.
  Workflow Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow that prevent it from progressing.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the pending tasks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pending Tasks: 
  
  Go to the SAP Business Workplace (transaction code SBWP) and check for any pending tasks in your inbox. Complete or approve these tasks as necessary.
  
  
  
  Finalize Decisions: 
  
  If you are responsible for making decisions in the workflow, ensure that you finalize those decisions. This may involve approving or rejecting tasks that are awaiting your input.
  
  
  
  Workflow Monitoring: 
  
  Use transaction code SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview) to monitor the workflow and identify any items that are still pending. This can help you understand what needs to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Logs: 
  
  Review the workflow logs for any errors or issues that may be causing the workflow to halt. You can use transaction code SWI2 to analyze the workflow instances.
  
  
  
  Consult with Workflow Administrator: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP workflow administrator or technical support team. They can provide insights into any configuration issues or system errors that may be affecting the workflow.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to complete the pending tasks. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Workflow Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the specific workflow documentation related to your business processes. This can provide insights into how decisions are structured and what is required to finalize them.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to the SCWN704 error.
  Training: If you frequently encounter workflow issues, consider training sessions on SAP Business Workflow to better understand how to manage and resolve such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCWN704 error and continue with your workflow processes in SAP.