How To Fix SWF_RUN580 - Unable to start subflow (ID: &1, node: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 580

• Message text: Unable to start subflow (ID: &1, node: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN580 - Unable to start subflow (ID: &1, node: &2) ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN580 "Unable to start subflow (ID: &1, node: &2)" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when there is an issue with starting a subflow (a subprocess or a workflow that is called from another workflow). Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Workflow Definition Issues: The subflow may not be correctly defined or activated in the system. This could include missing or incorrect configuration settings.
  Authorization Problems: The user or system trying to start the subflow may not have the necessary authorizations to execute it.
  Runtime Errors: There may be runtime errors in the subflow itself, such as missing data or incorrect parameters being passed.
  Incorrect Workflow ID or Node: The workflow ID or node specified in the error message may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration that prevent the