How To Fix SWF_FLEX_ENGINE010 - Parent container not found (Nodeid="&1")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_ENGINE - Workflow: Flexible Engine

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Parent container not found (Nodeid="&1")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_ENGINE010 - Parent container not found (Nodeid="&1") ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_ENGINE010 with the description "Parent container not found (Nodeid='&1')" typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Business Process Management (BPM) when the system is unable to locate a parent container for a specific node in the workflow.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parent Node: The most common cause of this error is that the workflow instance is trying to reference a parent node that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the workflow, such as incorrect node IDs or misconfigured workflow steps.
  Database Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in the workflow tables.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there might be missing dependencies or objects that were not transported correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Definition: Verify the workflow definition in the SAP system to ensure that all nodes and their