How To Fix SWF_FLEX_RUN055 - Retrieval team types failed (Category '&1')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_RUN - Workflow: Runtime Errors

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Retrieval team types failed (Category '&1')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_RUN055 - Retrieval team types failed (Category '&1') ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_RUN055, which states "Retrieval team types failed (Category '&1')", typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or SAP Business Workflow when there is an issue retrieving team types for a specific category. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or authorization problems.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The team types may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Missing Data: The specific category referenced in the error message may not have any associated team types defined in the system.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the team types or categories.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the retrieval process to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the team types for the specified category are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the team types are active and properly linked to the workflow.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Check if there are any entries for the specified category in the relevant tables (e.g., TSWFTEAM, TSWFCAT).
  If there are no entries, you may need to create them or adjust the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the team types and categories.
  You can use transaction SU53 to check for any authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  If you suspect a bug, check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message and apply any relevant patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the workflow again to see if the issue is resolved.
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to troubleshoot without affecting production.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to SWF_FLEX_RUN055 for any specific fixes or recommendations from SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow configuration and team management for best practices.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.