How To Fix SWF_CPPV_EVENT070 - Work item (Instance ID: &1) not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CPPV_EVENT - Provides Error Messages for eventsubscriptions

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Work item (Instance ID: &1) not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CPPV_EVENT070 - Work item (Instance ID: &1) not found ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CPPV_EVENT070 indicates that a work item with a specific instance ID could not be found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where the system is trying to access a work item that either does not exist or has already been processed or deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Work Item Deletion: The work item may have been deleted or completed before the system attempted to access it.
  Incorrect Instance ID: The instance ID provided may be incorrect or malformed, leading to the system being unable to locate the work item.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the system from retrieving the work item.
  Workflow Configuration Issues: There could be misconfigurations in the workflow that lead to the work item not being created or being incorrectly referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the workflow definitions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Instance ID: Check the instance ID provided in the error message to ensure it is correct. You can do this by looking it up in the workflow log or using transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection).
  Check Work Item Status: Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2 to check the status of the work item. If it has been completed or deleted, you will need to handle the situation accordingly.
  Review Workflow Configuration: Ensure that the workflow is correctly configured and that all necessary steps are defined. You can use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to review the workflow definition.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a database consistency check to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting the retrieval of work items.
  Recreate Work Item: If the work item is essential and has been deleted, you may need to recreate it manually or trigger the workflow again to generate a new work item.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the workflow was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport request.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2: Work Item Selection with Selection Criteria
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI6: Workflow Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Business Workflow for more insights into work item management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further investigation.