How To Fix SWF_ALM210 - Reading message in application log in Workflow. Log not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_ALM - Workflow: Alert Monitor

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Reading message in application log in Workflow. Log not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_ALM210 - Reading message in application log in Workflow. Log not found ?

  The SAP error message SWF_ALM210 indicates that the system is unable to find the application log that is supposed to contain the relevant information for a workflow. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help you resolve the issue.
  Cause
  
  Log Not Created: The application log may not have been created due to an error in the workflow execution or because the workflow did not reach the point where the log would be generated.
  Log Deletion: The log might have been deleted or purged based on the retention settings in the system.
  Incorrect Log ID: The workflow might be trying to access a log with an incorrect or outdated log ID.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the application log.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the logging mechanism or the database.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Workflow Execution: Review the workflow instance to ensure it executed correctly. You can use transaction code SWI1 to check the workflow logs and see if there were any errors during execution.
  Verify Log ID: Ensure that the log ID being referenced is correct. You can check the workflow definition and the associated log ID.
  Check Application Log: Use transaction code SLG1 to check if the application log exists for the relevant object and sub-object. If it does not exist, it may not have been created.
  Review Retention Settings: Check the retention settings for application logs in transaction SLG0. If logs are being deleted too frequently, you may need to adjust these settings.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application log. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Workflow Overview
  SLG1: Display Application Log
  SLG0: Application Log Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to application logs and workflows.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflows and application logging for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWF_ALM210 error and implement a solution to resolve it.