How To Fix SWF_EVT201 - Event placed in the buffer (event parameter '&')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_EVT - Messages from Event Manager

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Event placed in the buffer (event parameter '&')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_EVT201 - Event placed in the buffer (event parameter '&') ?

  The SAP error message SWF_EVT201, which states "Event placed in the buffer (event parameter '&')", typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. This message indicates that an event has been triggered and is being buffered for processing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Event Triggering: The error message indicates that an event has been triggered but cannot be processed immediately. This can happen if the workflow instance that is supposed to handle the event is not currently active or if there are no active workflows that can respond to the event.
  Buffering Mechanism: SAP uses a buffering mechanism to ensure that events are not lost. When an event is triggered, it is placed in a buffer until the appropriate workflow instance is available to process it.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow or the event linkage, which can prevent the event