How To Fix /SRMERP/WF_FACDE_DSS006 - Workflow can't be started because of invalid configuration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMERP/WF_FACDE_DSS -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Workflow can't be started because of invalid configuration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMERP/WF_FACDE_DSS006 - Workflow can't be started because of invalid configuration ?

  The SAP error message /SRMERP/WF_FACDE_DSS006 indicates that a workflow cannot be started due to an invalid configuration. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where certain prerequisites or configurations are not met.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Workflow Configuration: The workflow might not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the workflow definition.
  Invalid Workflow Template: The workflow template being referenced may not exist or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to start the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the workflow might be incorrect or incomplete.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings that are preventing the workflow from being initiated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Go to the Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD) and verify that the workflow is correctly defined and activated.
  Ensure that all necessary steps and conditions are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Workflow Template:
  
  Check if the workflow template exists and is active. You can do this using transaction code SWDD or SWI1 to see if the workflow can be executed manually.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to start the workflow. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check Parameters:
  
  Review the parameters being passed to the workflow. Ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  Check for any system-wide settings or configurations that might be affecting workflow execution. This could include settings in transaction SWU3 (Automatic Workflow Customizing).
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Review the workflow logs for more detailed error messages. You can use transaction SWI1 to check for workflow instances and their statuses.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues with specific versions of SAP that have been documented by SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on workflows and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.