How To Fix /SRMSMC/FND_WFL033 - Restarted after error in background step

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/FND_WFL -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Restarted after error in background step

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_WFL033 - Restarted after error in background step ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_WFL033 Restarted after error in background step typically indicates that a workflow process in SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) encountered an error during execution in the background and was subsequently restarted. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or system resource limitations.
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: Inconsistent or missing data in the workflow can lead to errors. For example, if a required field is empty or contains invalid data, the workflow may fail.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrectly configured workflow steps or conditions can cause the workflow to fail.
  System Resource Limitations: If the system is under heavy load or if there are insufficient resources (like memory or processing power), it may lead to background job failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions, leading to errors.
  Timeouts: Long-running processes may exceed the allowed execution time, causing the workflow to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workflow Logs: Review the workflow logs to identify the specific error that caused the failure. You can do this using transaction code SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to analyze the workflow instance.
  Analyze Error Details: Look for detailed error messages in the logs that can provide insights into what went wrong. This may include checking the application logs (transaction SLG1).
  Data Validation: Ensure that all required data is present and valid. Check the relevant business documents or master data involved in the workflow.
  Configuration Review: Verify the workflow configuration settings. Ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no missing or incorrect conditions.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system performance and resource usage. If the system is under heavy load, consider optimizing performance or scheduling jobs during off-peak hours.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations. You can use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues.
  Re-run the Workflow: After addressing the identified issues, you can manually restart the workflow or allow it to restart automatically, depending on your configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Workflow Administration: Familiarize yourself with workflow administration tools in SAP, such as transaction SWI1 for monitoring and SWU3 for workflow settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflows in SRM for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for a more in-depth analysis.