How To Fix STW_OL321 - Following of topic '&1' failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STW_OL - Messages of the Object Layer (Stream Work Library)

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Following of topic '&1' failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STW_OL321 - Following of topic '&1' failed ?

  The SAP error message STW_OL321, which states "Following of topic '&1' failed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Workflow or when dealing with SAP's Knowledge Management (KM) and its related functionalities. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Topic Not Found: The specified topic '&1' may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or not properly created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the topic or perform the action related to it.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the Knowledge Management or Workflow components in the SAP system.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Topic Existence:
  
  Check if the topic specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by