How To Fix SWF_REP_BASE001 - Enter a creation date

SWF_REP_BASE001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_REP_BASE - TEST

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Enter a creation date

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SWF_REP_BASE001 - Details

• The SAP error message SWF_REP_BASE001, which states "Enter a creation date," typically occurs in the context of workflow management within SAP systems. This error indicates that a required field for the creation date is missing or not filled in when trying to create or process a workflow-related object.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the creation date field, which is mandatory for the operation you are trying to perform, has not been populated. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating a new workflow instance.
  When trying to generate reports or logs related to workflows.
  When the system expects a date input but it is left blank.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWF_REP_BASE001 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields, especially the creation date field, are filled in correctly. Look for any input forms or screens where you are required to enter a date.
  
  
  Format the Date Correctly: