How To Fix SWF_ODS_CORE037 - Unable to identify the object creator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_ODS_CORE - Messages for ODS runtime objects

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Unable to identify the object creator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_ODS_CORE037 - Unable to identify the object creator ?

  The SAP error message SWF_ODS_CORE037: Unable to identify the object creator typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow and indicates that the system is unable to determine who created a particular workflow object. This can happen for various reasons, including issues with the workflow configuration, missing or incorrect data in the workflow instance, or problems with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The workflow instance may not have the necessary data to identify the creator, such as missing user information or incorrect references.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the information about the object creator.
  Workflow 
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow definition or the associated objects.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as missing entries or corruption, can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in