How To Fix SWF_CRL151 - Reference object to create a correlation is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CRL - Messages for Correlations

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Reference object to create a correlation is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CRL151 - Reference object to create a correlation is initial ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CRL151 ("Reference object to create a correlation is initial") typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when there is an issue with the correlation of workflow instances. This error indicates that the system is trying to create a correlation for a workflow instance, but the reference object required for the correlation is not initialized or is missing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Reference Object: The correlation mechanism in SAP workflows relies on specific reference objects (like business objects or workflow attributes) to identify and link workflow instances. If these reference objects are not set or are empty (initial), the workflow cannot establish the necessary correlation.
  Workflow 
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow definition or the correlation settings.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not contain the necessary information to create a correlation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Definition: Review the workflow definition to ensure that the correlation settings