How To Fix SWF_ODS_CORE018 - Substitution profiles can not be retrieved: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_ODS_CORE - Messages for ODS runtime objects

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Substitution profiles can not be retrieved: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_ODS_CORE018 - Substitution profiles can not be retrieved: &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWF_ODS_CORE018 indicates that the system is unable to retrieve substitution profiles. This error typically occurs in the context of workflow management, particularly when dealing with substitution rules for users in SAP Business Workflow.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Inactive Substitution Profiles: The substitution profile that is being referenced may not exist or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the substitution profiles.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the workflow settings or in the substitution profile settings.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the retrieval of the substitution profiles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWF_ODS_CORE018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Substitution Profiles:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWU3 (Automatic Workflow Customizing) and check if the substitution profiles are correctly defined and active.
  Use transaction SWWD (Workflow Definition) to check the workflow definitions and ensure that the substitution profiles are correctly linked.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the substitution profiles. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for workflows and substitutions in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any database inconsistencies or issues. You may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to substitution profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to workflow and substitution profiles for any additional troubleshooting steps or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  SWWD: Workflow Definition
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SWF_ODS_CORE018 error message.