How To Fix SWF_FLEX_RUN080 - Workflow with id '&1' does not exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_RUN - Workflow: Runtime Errors

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Workflow with id '&1' does not exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_RUN080 - Workflow with id '&1' does not exists. ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_RUN080 indicates that a workflow with the specified ID does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when a workflow is being triggered or executed, but the system cannot find the corresponding workflow definition.
  Causes:
  
  Workflow ID Typo: The workflow ID provided may have been entered incorrectly.
  Workflow Not Activated: The workflow might not have been activated or published in the system.
  Workflow Deleted: The workflow could have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the workflow.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Workflow ID: Check the workflow ID for any typographical errors. Ensure that the ID is correct.
  Check Workflow Activation: Go to the workflow management transaction (e.g., SWDD) and verify if the workflow is active. If it is not, activate it.
  Recreate or Restore Workflow: If the workflow has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Transport Check: If the workflow was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all necessary objects are present.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the workflow.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder - to create or modify workflows.
  SWI1: Work Item Selection - to check for work items related to workflows.
  SWI2_FREQ: To monitor workflow instances.
  
  
  Workflow Logs: Check the workflow logs for any additional error messages or information that might help diagnose the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to workflows.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further investigation.