How To Fix SWF_CST019 - No active plan version exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CST - Message Class for Workflow Customizing

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No active plan version exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CST019 - No active plan version exists ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CST019 ("No active plan version exists") typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow when the system cannot find an active plan version for a workflow definition. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Active Plan Version: The most straightforward cause is that there is no active plan version for the workflow definition you are trying to execute. This can happen if the workflow has not been activated or if it has been deactivated.
  
  
  Incorrect Workflow Definition: The workflow definition might be incorrect or incomplete, leading to the absence of an active plan version.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the active version may not have been transported correctly.
  
  
  Version Management: If there are multiple versions of a workflow, the system may not be able to determine which version to use if none are marked as active.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Workflow: 
  
  Go to the Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD).
  Open the relevant workflow definition.
  Check if there is an active version. If not, activate the workflow definition.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Versions:
  
  Use transaction code SWI1 to check the workflow instances and their statuses.
  Ensure that the correct version of the workflow is active.
  
  
  
  Transport Workflow Definitions:
  
  If the workflow was transported, ensure that the transport request included the active version of the workflow.
  Check the transport logs for any errors related to the workflow.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the workflow is correctly configured and that all necessary components (like tasks, events, etc.) are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Deactivation:
  
  If the workflow was previously active and is now inactive, check if it was deactivated intentionally or due to an error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection for Recurrent Workflows
  SWI2_DURA: Work Item Selection for Duration-Based Workflows
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWF_CST019 error and implement a solution to resolve it.