How To Fix SWF_CST102 - Workflow system administrator = not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CST - Message Class for Workflow Customizing

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Workflow system administrator = not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CST102 - Workflow system administrator = not maintained ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CST102 indicates that the workflow system administrator has not been maintained in the system. This is a common issue that can arise when setting up or configuring SAP Business Workflow. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires a designated workflow system administrator to manage workflow-related tasks, such as monitoring and troubleshooting workflows. If this administrator is not set up in the system, the workflow cannot function properly, leading to the SWF_CST102 error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the workflow system administrator in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Workflow Customizing Transaction:
  
  Go to transaction code SWU3 (Automatic Workflow Customizing) or SWU0 (Workflow Administration).
  
  
  
  Maintain the Workflow System Administrator:
  
  In the workflow customizing settings, look for the option to maintain the workflow system administrator.
  You can also navigate to the relevant customizing path: 
  
  Tools -> Business Workflow -> Workflow Customizing -> Maintain Workflow System Administrator.
  
  
  Enter the user ID of the person you want to designate as the workflow system administrator.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After entering the user ID, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  You can verify that the administrator has been set correctly by checking the workflow configuration settings again.
  
  
  
  Test the Workflow:
  
  After maintaining the administrator, test the workflow to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user you designate as the workflow system administrator has the necessary roles and authorizations to manage workflows.
  Workflow Monitoring: After setting the administrator, you can use transaction SWI1 to monitor workflow instances and ensure that they are processing correctly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on workflow configuration and administration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWF_CST102 error and ensure that your SAP workflow system is properly configured.