How To Fix SRM_WF_PATH005 - Only define one latest end

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_WF_PATH - Message Class Contains All Messages for Process Route Area

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Only define one latest end

What causes this issue?

You have defined a date for the latest end of the task and also
maintained a processing time. This is not permitted. Only maintain one
of these two fields.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_WF_PATH005 - Only define one latest end ?

  The SAP error message SRM_WF_PATH005: "Only define one latest end" typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) workflows. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue in the workflow definition, specifically related to the end nodes of the workflow paths.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when there are multiple "latest end" nodes defined in a workflow path. In a workflow, the "latest end" node is intended to signify the final point of the workflow execution. Having more than one such node can create ambiguity in the workflow execution, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SRM_WF_PATH005 error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the workflow definition in the SAP system where the error is occurring. This can typically be done through transaction codes like SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Paths:
  
  Examine the workflow paths and identify all the end nodes. Look for any nodes that are marked as "latest