How To Fix SWF_FLEX_DEF099 - Team function '&1' for step '&2' is not defined in scenario

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_DEF -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Team function '&1' for step '&2' is not defined in scenario

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF099 - Team function '&1' for step '&2' is not defined in scenario ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF099 indicates that there is a problem with a workflow scenario in SAP Business Workflow. Specifically, it means that a team function (represented by &1) for a particular step (represented by &2) is not defined in the workflow scenario. This can occur for various reasons, such as configuration issues or missing definitions in the workflow.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Team Function Definition: The team function specified in the workflow step is not defined in the workflow scenario.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow might be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent team functions.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, the team function might not have been included in the transport.
  Changes in Workflow: If the workflow was modified and the team function was removed or renamed, it could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Team Function Definition:
  
  Go to the workflow definition in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Verify that the team function referenced in the error message is correctly defined in the workflow scenario.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Team Function:
  
  If the team function is indeed missing, you can create it in the workflow configuration.
  Use transaction SWF_TF to define the team function if it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Steps:
  
  Check the specific step in the workflow that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly configured to use the appropriate team function.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the workflow was transported, ensure that all necessary objects, including team functions, were included in the transport request.
  You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to workflow configuration for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the workflow to ensure that the error is resolved and that the workflow functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWF_TF: Team Function Maintenance
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Workflow Documentation: Familiarize yourself with SAP's workflow documentation for best practices in defining and managing workflows.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWF_FLEX_DEF099 error and implement a solution to resolve it.