How To Fix SWF_RUN471 - IF_SWF_IFS_DECISION_EXIT changed alternatives successfully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 471

• Message text: IF_SWF_IFS_DECISION_EXIT changed alternatives successfully

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN471 - IF_SWF_IFS_DECISION_EXIT changed alternatives successfully ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN471 indicates that there has been a change in the alternatives for a decision step in a workflow. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow when a decision step is being processed, and the alternatives for that decision have been modified.
  Cause:
  The error message SWF_RUN471 is usually triggered when:
  
  The workflow instance is trying to evaluate a decision step, but the alternatives for that decision have been changed after the workflow instance was started.
  The workflow is attempting to access a decision that no longer exists or has been altered in a way that affects its execution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition: Review the workflow definition to ensure that the decision step and its alternatives are correctly defined. Make sure that the alternatives are still valid and have not been deleted or modified in a way that would affect the workflow.
  
  
  Re-activate Workflow: If changes were made to the workflow definition, you may need to re-activate the workflow. This can be done in the SAP Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD).
  
  
  Check Workflow Instances: Use transaction code SWI1 to check the workflow instances that are currently running. Identify any instances that are in error status and analyze their logs for more details.
  
  
  Adjust Decision Logic: If the decision logic has changed, ensure that the workflow instances are updated to reflect the new logic. This may involve re-starting the workflow or manually adjusting the decision step.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to workflow management for any specific guidance on handling decision step changes.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using and any known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD (Workflow Builder)
  SWI1 (Work Item Selection)
  SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to workflow management.
  
  
  Workflow Logs: Analyze workflow logs for detailed error messages and context around the failure.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SWF_RUN471 error in your SAP environment.