How To Fix STMWFLOW070 - External error processing request &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STMWFLOW - Messages in Context of Package STMWFLOW

• Message number: 070

• Message text: External error processing request &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STMWFLOW070 - External error processing request & ?

  The SAP error message STMWFLOW070, which indicates "External error processing request," typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Business Process Management (BPM). This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with external systems, configuration problems, or data inconsistencies.
  Causes:
  
  
  External System Issues: The error may occur if there is a problem with an external system that the workflow is trying to communicate with. This could be due to network issues, system downtime, or incorrect configurations.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user or service account executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: If the data being processed by the workflow is inconsistent or invalid, it can lead to errors during execution.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the workflow configuration or in the integration with external systems can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Timeouts: If the external system takes too long to respond, it may result in a timeout, causing the workflow to fail.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check External Systems: Verify the status of any external systems involved in the workflow. Ensure they are up and running and that there are no connectivity issues.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check the authorizations of the user or service account executing the workflow. Ensure that it has the necessary permissions to access the required resources.
  
  
  Validate Data: Review the data being processed by the workflow for any inconsistencies or invalid entries. Correct any issues found.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Go through the workflow configuration settings and ensure that all parameters are correctly set. This includes checking integration settings with external systems.
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are suspected, consider increasing the timeout settings for the workflow or the external system calls.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and workflow logs (transaction SWI1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the failure.
  
  
  Debugging: If necessary, use debugging tools to trace the workflow execution and identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Workflow and BPM for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.