How To Fix SWF_EXP_001106 - Object category '&3' not supported ('&1', Pos. '&2')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_EXP_001 - Expression Service Messages

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Object category '&3' not supported ('&1', Pos. '&2')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_EXP_001106 - Object category '&3' not supported ('&1', Pos. '&2') ?

  The SAP error message SWF_EXP_001106 indicates that there is an issue with the object category specified in a workflow. The message typically reads: "Object category '&3' not supported ('&1', Pos. '&2')." This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with workflows in SAP Business Workflow.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Object Category: The object category specified in the workflow is not recognized or supported by the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect configuration.
  
  
  Missing Object Type: The object type that the workflow is trying to reference may not be defined in the system or may not be activated.
  
  
  Inconsistent Workflow Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the workflow configuration, such as missing or incorrect parameters.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified object category.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Category: Verify that the object category specified in the workflow is correct. Ensure that it matches the expected values in the system.
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration: Go through the workflow configuration to ensure that all object types and categories are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  Check for Missing Object Types: If the object type is missing, you may need to create or activate it in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the object category. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to analyze the workflow instance and identify where the error is occurring. You can also use transaction SWI2_DIAG for detailed diagnostics.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow and object categories you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_DIAG: Workflow Diagnosis
  SWDD: Workflow Builder (to check and modify workflows)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SWF_EXP_001106 error in your SAP system.