How To Fix SWD_CHK_MSG001 - Active version of workflow definition '&1' is not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWD_CHK_MSG -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Active version of workflow definition '&1' is not found

What causes this issue?

Workflow definition does not exist or there is no active version of the
workflow.

How to fix this error?

Check, whether workflow exists. If it exists, then activate it, and try
the check again.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWD_CHK_MSG001 - Active version of workflow definition '&1' is not found ?

  The SAP error message SWD_CHK_MSG001 indicates that the active version of a workflow definition specified by the identifier &1 cannot be found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when the system is unable to locate the active version of a workflow definition that is required for processing.
  Causes:
  
  Workflow Definition Not Activated: The workflow definition may not have been activated. In SAP, a workflow definition must be activated before it can be used.
  Deleted or Inactive Workflow: The workflow definition might have been deleted or set to inactive, which would prevent it from being found.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow definition was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
  Incorrect Workflow ID: The workflow ID specified in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Versioning Issues: There may be multiple versions of the workflow, and the system is unable to find the specific active version.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Check if the workflow definition exists and is active. If it is not active, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition Status:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ to check the status of the workflow definition.
  Ensure that the workflow definition is not deleted or inactive.
  
  
  
  Verify Workflow ID:
  
  Double-check the workflow ID being used in the process to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Transport Workflow Definitions:
  
  If the workflow was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that the workflow definition is active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Conflicts:
  
  If there are multiple versions of the workflow, ensure that the correct version is set as active.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection with Frequency
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on workflows and error handling.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.