How To Fix SWF_GP_DEF005 - Function & not implemented

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_GP_DEF - Guided Procedures Import

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Function & not implemented

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_GP_DEF005 - Function & not implemented ?

  The SAP error message SWF_GP_DEF005, which states "Function & not implemented," typically occurs in the context of workflow processing. This error indicates that a specific function or method that is expected to be executed within a workflow is not implemented or is missing in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Implementation: The function module or method that is being called in the workflow is not implemented in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The workflow might be incorrectly configured, leading to calls to non-existent functions.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from another system, the necessary function modules may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the workflow definition and the underlying function modules.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Function Module: Verify if the function module or method that is causing the error exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE37 (for function modules) or SE80 (for classes and methods).
  
  
  Implement Missing Functionality: If the function is indeed missing, you may need to implement it. This could involve creating a new function module or method that fulfills the required functionality.
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration: Check the workflow configuration in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that all steps and function calls are correctly defined and point to valid implementations.
  
  
  Transport Validation: If the workflow was transported, ensure that all related objects (including function modules) were included in the transport request and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  Debugging: Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to analyze the work items and see where the error occurs. You can also use transaction SWI2_FREQ to check for frequent errors in workflows.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or function module to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a standard SAP workflow.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SE37: Function Module
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Frequency of Work Items
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on workflows and function modules to understand the expected behavior and implementation details.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWF_GP_DEF005 error and implement a solution.