How To Fix SWF_CCMS207 - No data selected; administration tool not started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CCMS - CCMS: Monitoring

• Message number: 207

• Message text: No data selected; administration tool not started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CCMS207 - No data selected; administration tool not started ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CCMS207: No data selected; administration tool not started typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow (SWF) administration tool when there is an issue with retrieving data for the workflow monitoring or administration tasks. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  No Active Workflows: There may be no active workflows or instances available for monitoring at the time you are trying to access the administration tool.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the workflow data.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to collect or display workflow data.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the workflow engine.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Active Workflows:
  
  Ensure that there are active workflows in the system. You can check this by navigating to the workflow monitoring transaction (e.g., SWI1) to see if there are any workflows currently running or in error status.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the workflow administration tools. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the roles.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the workflow system. Ensure that the workflow engine is properly set up and that all necessary background jobs are running. You can check transaction SM37 for any failed jobs related to workflow.
  
  
  
  Restart the Administration Tool:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the administration tool or the SAP GUI can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Look into the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any error messages or warnings that might indicate underlying issues affecting the workflow processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Workflow Overview
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection
  SWF_WORKITEM: Work Item Administration
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on workflow administration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.