How To Fix SWF_FLEX_DEF210 - Upgrade of a non-draft process definition not supported

SWF_FLEX_DEF210 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_DEF -

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Upgrade of a non-draft process definition not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF210 - Upgrade of a non-draft process definition not supported ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF210 indicates that there is an attempt to upgrade a non-draft process definition in the SAP Workflow environment, which is not supported. This typically occurs when you are trying to modify or upgrade a workflow definition that is already active or has been published, rather than working with a draft version.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Draft Process Definition: The error arises when you attempt to upgrade a workflow definition that is not in a draft state. Only draft versions of process definitions can be modified or upgraded.
  Active Workflow: If the workflow definition is currently active or has been used in a running instance, it cannot be upgraded directly.
  Versioning Issues: There may be issues related to versioning where the system is trying to apply changes to a version that is not intended for modification.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Definition Status: Verify the status of the process definition you are trying to upgrade. Ensure that it