How To Fix SWF_LOG020 - --- Log Manager: Profile Management ----------------------------------

SWF_LOG020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_LOG - Messages from Log Manager

• Message number: 020

• Message text: --- Log Manager: Profile Management ----------------------------------

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SWF_LOG020 - Details

• The SAP error message SWF_LOG020 relates to the Log Manager in the context of SAP Workflow. This message typically indicates an issue with the profile management of the workflow logs. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Profile 
  Configuration Issues: The error may arise if the profile for logging is not correctly configured or is missing.
  Authorization Problems: Insufficient authorizations for the user trying to access or manage the workflow logs can lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as connectivity issues or corruption, can also trigger this error.
  System Settings: Incorrect system settings or parameters related to workflow logging can cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SWF_PROFILE to review and adjust the logging profile settings.
  Ensure that the profile is correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage workflow logs.
  Use transaction SU53