How To Fix SWF_FLEX_RUN079 - Workflow '&1' is not a scenario and can''t be restarted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_RUN - Workflow: Runtime Errors

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Workflow '&1' is not a scenario and can''t be restarted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_RUN079 - Workflow '&1' is not a scenario and can''t be restarted. ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_RUN079 indicates that a workflow identified by the specified workflow ID (&1) is not recognized as a valid scenario and therefore cannot be restarted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow when attempting to restart a workflow instance that is either not properly defined or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Workflow ID: The workflow ID you are trying to restart may not exist or may have been incorrectly specified.
  Workflow Deletion: The workflow instance may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Workflow Configuration Issues: The workflow may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from another system, it may not have been correctly imported or activated in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Workflow ID: Check the workflow ID you are trying to restart. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to an existing workflow scenario.
  Check Workflow Status: Use transaction code SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency) to check the status of the workflow instance. Ensure that it is still active and has not been completed or deleted.
  Review Workflow Definition: Go to transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) and verify that the workflow definition exists and is correctly configured. Ensure that it is activated.
  Check Transport Logs: If the workflow was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues during the transport process. Ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Recreate Workflow: If the workflow definition is missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection - Frequency
  SWI2_DURA: Work Item Selection - Duration
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for workflows for more detailed information on workflow management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further assistance.