How To Fix SWF_LOG021 - Profile & (for log type &) does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_LOG - Messages from Log Manager

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Profile & (for log type &) does not exist

What causes this issue?

A profile specified for a log type is unavailable.

System Response

Processing terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the specified profile exists.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_LOG021 - Profile & (for log type &) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SWF_LOG021 indicates that a specific profile for a workflow log type does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow when the system is trying to access a log profile that has not been defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile: The specified profile for the workflow log type is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The profile might be incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the profile.
  Transport Issues: If the system is newly upgraded or transported, the profile may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SWF_WORKFLOW or SWF_LOG to check the existing profiles.
  Ensure that the profile specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Profile:
  
  If the profile does not exist, you can create a new one using transaction SWF_LOG.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify it to ensure it meets the required specifications.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the workflow log profiles. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that the transport request containing the profile was successfully imported into the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring workflow log profiles.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWF_LOG: To manage workflow log profiles.
  SWF_WORKFLOW: To manage workflows.
  SLG1: To view application logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address specific issues related to workflow log profiles.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWF_LOG021 error and ensure that the workflow log profiles are correctly set up in your SAP system.