How To Fix SWF_RUN598 - Restart of work item &1 after &2 attempt canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 598

• Message text: Restart of work item &1 after &2 attempt canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN598 - Restart of work item &1 after &2 attempt canceled ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN598 indicates that the system attempted to restart a work item (task) after a specified number of attempts, but the restart was canceled. This typically occurs in the context of workflow processing in SAP, where a work item may fail to execute successfully and the system tries to restart it a certain number of times before giving up.
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Configuration Issues: The workflow may not be configured correctly, leading to repeated failures.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues, such as database connectivity problems, missing authorizations, or other runtime errors that prevent the work item from completing successfully.
  Business Logic Errors: The logic defined in the workflow or the associated business process may be flawed, causing the work item to fail repeatedly.
  Resource Availability: The necessary resources (e.g., data, services) required for the work item to execute may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Logs: Review the workflow logs to identify the specific reason for the failure. This can provide insights into what went wrong during the execution of the work item.
  Analyze the Work Item: Look at the details of the work item that failed. Check for any error messages or exceptions that were raised during its execution.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the workflow is configured correctly. This includes checking the workflow definition, task assignments, and any conditions that may affect execution.
  Test the Business Logic: If the work item involves custom logic (e.g., ABAP code), test this logic independently to ensure it behaves as expected.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system executing the work item has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions.
  Monitor System Resources: Check for any system resource issues that may be affecting the execution of the work item, such as performance bottlenecks or connectivity issues.
  Adjust Retry Settings: If applicable, consider adjusting the retry settings for the workflow to allow for more attempts or to change the conditions under which a restart is attempted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview) to monitor and analyze work items.
  Workflow Administration: Use transaction SWU3 to check the workflow settings and ensure that the workflow environment is correctly configured.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on workflows for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SWF_RUN598 error and implement a solution to resolve it.