How To Fix SWF_GP_DEF106 - Action '&': GUID missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_GP_DEF - Guided Procedures Import

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Action '&': GUID missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_GP_DEF106 - Action '&': GUID missing ?

  The SAP error message SWF_GP_DEF106, which states "Action '&': GUID missing," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Process Management (BPM). This error indicates that a specific action defined in a workflow or process definition is missing a GUID (Globally Unique Identifier), which is essential for identifying the action within the workflow.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The action in the workflow may not have been properly configured, leading to a missing GUID.
  Corrupted Workflow Definition: The workflow definition might be corrupted or incomplete, causing the system to fail to retrieve the necessary GUID.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the GUIDs may not have been correctly transported.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the workflow, the system might be referencing an outdated or incorrect version that lacks the necessary GUID.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration: 
  
  Go to the workflow definition in the SAP system and verify that all actions are correctly configured and have valid GUIDs.
  Ensure that the action in question is properly defined in the workflow.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Action: 
  
  If the action is missing a GUID, consider recreating it in the workflow definition. This can often resolve issues related to missing identifiers.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the workflow was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues during the transport process. You may need to re-transport the workflow or manually adjust the definitions.
  
  
  
  Version Management: 
  
  Ensure that you are working with the correct version of the workflow. If there are multiple versions, check if the correct one is activated and in use.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SWDD (Workflow Builder) to debug the workflow and identify where the GUID is missing. This can help pinpoint the exact location of the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD (Workflow Builder)
  SWI1 (Work Item Selection)
  SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency)
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Workflow and BPM for detailed guidance on configuring actions and workflows.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.