How To Fix SPPF_VIEW013 - Action executed and then deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_VIEW - PPF: PPF User Interface Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Action executed and then deleted

What causes this issue?

The action has been configured so that it is deleted after a successful
execution.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can change the system response by using the action definition
configuration.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_VIEW013 - Action executed and then deleted ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_VIEW013 typically indicates that an action was executed in the context of a specific view or process, but it was subsequently deleted. This message is often related to the SAP Business Workflow or the SAP Process Management functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Execution: The error may occur when a workflow action is executed, but the corresponding object or instance is deleted before the workflow can complete its processing.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, where the system is trying to access or manipulate data that no longer exists.
  User Actions: A user may have manually deleted an object or instance that was still in use by a workflow or process.
  System Configuration: Misconfiguration in the workflow or process management settings can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Instances: Review the workflow instances to ensure that they are still valid and that the objects they reference have not been deleted.
  Recreate Deleted Objects: If an object was deleted accidentally, consider recreating it if possible, and then re-executing the workflow.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs and workflow logs for more detailed information about what actions were taken before the error occurred.
  System Configuration: Ensure that the workflow and process management configurations are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like SWDD (Workflow Builder) or SWI1 (Work Item Selection).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1 (to view work items), SWI2_FREQ (to analyze workflow instances), and SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to SPPF_VIEW013 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the SPPF_VIEW013 error in your SAP environment.