How To Fix SWF_GP_RUN006 - Process '&1' is not a Guided Procedure process definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_GP_RUN - Guided Procedures Runtime

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Process '&1' is not a Guided Procedure process definition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_GP_RUN006 - Process '&1' is not a Guided Procedure process definition ?

  The SAP error message SWF_GP_RUN006 indicates that the process you are trying to execute is not recognized as a Guided Procedure (GP) process definition. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when attempting to run a process that is expected to be a Guided Procedure but does not meet the necessary criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Process Definition: The process you are trying to execute may not be defined as a Guided Procedure in the system.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The process definition might be missing required attributes or configurations that identify it as a Guided Procedure.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a version mismatch where the process definition has been changed or is not compatible with the current system setup.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access or execute the Guided Procedure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Process Definition:
  
  Verify that the process definition you are trying to execute is indeed a Guided Procedure. You can do this by checking the process definition in the SAP system (transaction code SWDD or SWFVISU).
  Ensure that the process is correctly defined and activated as a Guided Procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the Guided Procedure. Ensure that all necessary attributes are set correctly.
  If you have access, review the process definition in the relevant development or configuration environment.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Modify Process:
  
  If the process definition is incorrect or incomplete, you may need to recreate or modify it to ensure it meets the requirements of a Guided Procedure.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to run Guided Procedures. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on creating and managing Guided Procedures.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP Business Workflow and Guided Procedures to better understand how to create and manage these processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.