How To Fix SWF_ODS_TST053 - Expected TASK_SUPPORTS values are [&1]. Received [&2].

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_ODS_TST - Messages for ODS Test Framework

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Expected TASK_SUPPORTS values are [&1]. Received [&2].

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_ODS_TST053 - Expected TASK_SUPPORTS values are [&1]. Received [&2]. ?

  The SAP error message SWF_ODS_TST053 indicates a mismatch between the expected values for the TASK_SUPPORTS attribute and the values that were actually received. This error typically occurs in the context of workflow management in SAP, particularly when dealing with task definitions and their capabilities.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a workflow task is expected to support certain functionalities or features (indicated by the expected values) but instead receives different or unsupported values. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The task might not be properly configured to support the expected functionalities.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the workflow definition and the task implementation.
  Custom Development: If there are custom tasks or modifications, they may not align with the expected values defined in the workflow.
  Transport Issues: If the task was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWF_ODS_TST053 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Task Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the task in the workflow. Ensure that it is set up to support the expected functionalities.
  Use transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) to check the task definition.
  
  
  
  Verify Expected Values:
  
  Identify the expected values (displayed as &1 in the error message) and compare them with the received values (displayed as &2).
  Ensure that the task is designed to support the expected values.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments involved, review the code to ensure it adheres to the expected task support values.
  Check for any recent changes that might have affected the task's capabilities.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the task was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport request.
  Check for any missing components that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the workflow again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow and task to understand any additional requirements or configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SWI1 - Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ - Work Item Selection for Recurrent Tasks
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow errors for any known issues or patches that may address this specific error.
  
  
  
  Community Forums: 
  
  Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SWF_ODS_TST053 error effectively.