How To Fix SWF_FLEX_DEF224 - Notification outcome id '&1' not defined in scenario

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_DEF -

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Notification outcome id '&1' not defined in scenario

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF224 - Notification outcome id '&1' not defined in scenario ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF224 indicates that there is a problem with a notification outcome ID that is not defined in the workflow scenario. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where notifications are used to inform users about the status of tasks or processes.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Definition: The notification outcome ID specified in the workflow scenario is not defined in the system. This could happen if the outcome was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow definition or the notification settings.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, the notification outcome might not have been included in the transport request.
  Version Mismatch: If there are multiple versions of the workflow or notification definitions, the system might be referencing an outdated or incorrect version.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWF_FLEX_DEF224 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Notification Outcome Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWFVISU or SWDD (Workflow Builder) and check the workflow definition.
  Verify that the notification outcome ID specified in the error message is defined in the workflow scenario.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Outcomes:
  
  If the outcome ID is missing, you can create it in the workflow definition. Ensure that it matches the expected ID used in the workflow.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the workflow and ensure that all necessary components, including notifications, are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the workflow was transported, ensure that all related objects, including notification outcomes, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the workflow to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that notifications are sent as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring workflows and notifications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD (Workflow Builder) for creating and modifying workflows.
  SWFVISU for visualizing workflow instances.
  SWI1 for monitoring workflow instances.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional solutions related to this error.
  
  
  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_FLEX_DEF224 error in your SAP system.