How To Fix SWDC006 - No program specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDC - Web Dynpro: Conversion

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No program specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDC006 - No program specified ?

  The SAP error message SWDC006 ("No program specified") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a program or task that is supposed to be executed as part of a workflow process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Program Assignment: The workflow task may not have a program assigned to it, or the program may have been deleted or is not active.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow definition may be incorrectly configured, leading to the absence of a specified program.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the program or task.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the workflow to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workflow Definition: Review the workflow definition in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that all tasks have the correct programs assigned.
  Verify Task Configuration: In transaction PFTC (Task Maintenance), check the specific task associated with the workflow to ensure it is correctly configured and active.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow and access the associated programs.
  Transport Validation: If the workflow was transported, validate that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they are correctly activated in the target system.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to identify where the error occurs. You can use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to analyze the work items and their statuses.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  PFTC: Task Maintenance
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection by Frequency
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on workflow configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further assistance.