How To Fix SWF_FLEX_DEF070 - Agent Rule '&1' not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_DEF -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Agent Rule '&1' not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF070 - Agent Rule '&1' not defined ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF070, which states "Agent Rule '&1' not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when the system is unable to find a specific agent rule that has been referenced in a workflow definition. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues or missing definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Agent Rule: The specified agent rule is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or the rule being deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Rule Name: The name of the agent rule referenced in the workflow might be misspelled or incorrectly specified.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, the agent rule may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the agent rule.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Agent Rule Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWF_WORKFLOW or SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Navigate to the agent rule definitions and verify if the rule with the specified name exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it or correct the reference in the workflow.
  
  
  
  Correct the Workflow Definition:
  
  If the agent rule is incorrectly referenced, update the workflow definition to point to the correct agent rule.
  Ensure that the rule name is spelled correctly and matches the defined agent rule.
  
  
  
  Transport the Agent Rule:
  
  If the workflow was transported, ensure that the agent rule was included in the transport request. If not, transport the agent rule from the source system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the agent rule. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to agent rules and workflows for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWF_WORKFLOW: Workflow Administration
  PFTC: Task Management (to check tasks related to workflows)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to agent rules and workflows.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to trace where the error occurs and gather more context about the missing agent rule.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWF_FLEX_DEF070 error and ensure that your workflow can correctly reference the necessary agent rules.