How To Fix SWF_EXP_001071 - Container not available

SWF_EXP_001071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_EXP_001 - Expression Service Messages

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Container not available

What causes this issue?

A valid container element is required to analyze or evaluate expression
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System Response

Without a container, the analysis or evaluation cannot be performed and
the operation is aborted.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_EXP_001071 - Container not available ?

  The SAP error message SWF_EXP_001071: Container not available typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. This error indicates that the workflow container, which is used to store data and variables during the execution of a workflow, is not available or cannot be accessed.
  Causes:
  
  Workflow Instance Not Active: The workflow instance may not be active or may have been terminated, leading to the unavailability of the container.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow, such as missing or incorrect container elements.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the workflow container.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues, such as database connectivity problems or inconsistencies in the workflow definitions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workflow Instance Status: Verify if the workflow instance is active. You can do this by checking the workflow log in transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview).
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