How To Fix SWF_ADMIN036 - Data aging activated (Default retention in days &1)


SWF_ADMIN036 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SWF_ADMIN - Workflow: Administration

  • Message number: 036

  • Message text: Data aging activated (Default retention in days &1)

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_ADMIN036 - Data aging activated (Default retention in days &1) ?
    The SAP error message SWF_ADMIN036 indicates that data aging has been activated for a specific workflow, and it is informing you about the default retention period in days that has been set for the workflow data. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow and data management.
    
    Cause: The error message is triggered when the system detects that data aging is enabled, and it is trying to process or access workflow data that is subject to the defined retention period. The retention period specifies how long the workflow data should be kept before it can be archived or deleted. If the data exceeds this retention period, it may not be accessible or may require specific actions to manage it.
    Solution: To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps: Check Retention Settings: Go to the transaction code SWF_ADMIN (Workflow Administration). Check the settings for data aging and the default retention period. You can

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