How To Fix SWF_RUN133 - The transition to Wf-XML status &1 does not correspond to an event

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 133

• Message text: The transition to Wf-XML status &1 does not correspond to an event

What causes this issue?

The routing class entered should return the corresponding event name of
the workflow proxy for an XML document that has been received. However,
no event name was returned for status transfer to &V1&.

System Response

The XML document received is not processed further.

How to fix this error?

If the status transfer is to be based on an event, the routing class
must deliver the corresponding event names.

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_RUN133 - The transition to Wf-XML status &1 does not correspond to an event ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN133 indicates that there is a mismatch between the workflow status transition and the expected event in the workflow process. This typically occurs in SAP Business Workflow when the system attempts to transition to a specific workflow status (Wf-XML status) but cannot find a corresponding event that should trigger this transition.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Event: The event that is supposed to trigger the transition is not defined or is not being raised in the workflow.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow might be incorrectly configured, leading to a situation where the expected event does not match the actual workflow status.
  Workflow Instance Issues: There may be issues with the specific instance of the workflow that is being executed, such as it being in an unexpected state.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the workflow, they might not align with the standard event handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Event Configuration: Verify that the event that should trigger the transition is correctly defined in the workflow. Ensure that the event is being raised at the appropriate point in the workflow.
  Review Workflow Definition: Examine the workflow definition in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to ensure that the transitions and events are correctly set up.
  Debugging: Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to find the specific workflow instance that is causing the error. You can analyze the workflow log to see where the process is failing.
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications, review them to ensure they are not interfering with the standard workflow processing.
  Recreate the Workflow: If the workflow is corrupted or misconfigured, consider recreating it or restoring it from a backup if available.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection by Frequency
  
  
  Workflow Logs: Use transaction SWI1 to analyze the logs and identify the specific point of failure.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves complex workflows or custom developments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWF_RUN133 error and implement a solution to resolve it.