How To Fix SWF_CST190 - *** CL_SWF_CST_PREFIX ***

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CST - Message Class for Workflow Customizing

• Message number: 190

• Message text: *** CL_SWF_CST_PREFIX ***

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CST190 - *** CL_SWF_CST_PREFIX *** ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CST190 is related to the SAP Workflow system and typically indicates an issue with the workflow configuration or execution. The specific error message you provided, which includes "CL_SWF_CST_PREFIX," suggests that there may be a problem with the class or method being called in the workflow.
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Configuration Issues: The workflow might not be properly configured, leading to errors when it tries to execute certain steps.
  Missing or Incorrectly Defined Classes: The class CL_SWF_CST_PREFIX may not be defined correctly, or it may be missing entirely from the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing components in the target system.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that need to be applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that all steps and classes are correctly defined.
  Verify Class Existence: Use transaction SE80 or SE24 to check if the class CL_SWF_CST_PREFIX exists and is correctly implemented. If it is missing, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Review Transport Logs: If the workflow was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate missing components.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide patches.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the workflow to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection by Frequency
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE24: Class Builder
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for workflows to understand the configuration and troubleshooting steps better.
  
  
  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, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.