How To Fix SIW085 - Signature Template name is missing for object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIW - Service Implementation Workbench

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Signature Template name is missing for object &1

What causes this issue?

The system could not identify the signature template for object &v1&.

System Response

The system cannot execute the generation process.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the underlying configuration used in the SIW project and the
current configuration class. If the template is not defined properly,
contact the author of the configuration class for assistance.
To find the configuration class of the current configuration, choose
transaction <DS><DS:TRAN.SIW>SIW</></>. In the menu path choose <LS>Goto
-> Customizing (IMG) -></> <DS><DS:SIMG.VSIW_CONFIG>Define
Configurations</></>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIW085 - Signature Template name is missing for object &1 ?

  The SAP error message SIW085 indicates that a signature template name is missing for a specific object. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or SAP Business Workflow when a signature is expected but not provided.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The signature template has not been defined or configured in the system for the specified object.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object reference (&1) may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the signature template.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SIW085 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Signature Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SWDD for workflow definitions).
  Verify that the signature template is correctly defined for the object in question.
  Ensure that the template name is not empty and is correctly linked to the object.
  
  
  
  Review Object Reference:
  
  Check the object reference (&1) mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the object exists and is correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the signature template.
  You may need to consult with your security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  Use transaction ST22 to check for any dumps that might be related to this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or signature template you are working with.
  Look for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWDD (Workflow Builder), SWI1 (Work Item Selection), and SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection for Repeated Tasks).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message SIW085 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Workflow Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation on workflows and signature templates for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SIW085 error in your SAP system.