How To Fix SWF_RUN611 - Execution interrupted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 611

• Message text: Execution interrupted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN611 - Execution interrupted ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN611, which states "Execution interrupted," typically occurs in the context of workflow processing in SAP systems. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes of SWF_RUN611
  
  Workflow Termination: The workflow may have been manually terminated by a user or due to a system error.
  Error in Workflow Steps: One or more steps in the workflow may have encountered an error, causing the entire workflow to stop.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required data for the workflow execution may be missing or incorrect, leading to an interruption.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions within the workflow.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the workflow settings or in the underlying business processes.
  Timeouts: The workflow may have timed out due to long-running processes or waiting for user input.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Workflow Logs: Review the workflow logs to identify the specific step where the error occurred. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  
  Use transaction code SWI1 to analyze the workflow instances and check for errors.
  
  
  
  Analyze Workflow Steps: Look into the specific steps of the workflow that may have failed. Check for any conditions or data that may not have been met.
  
  
  Review Data: Ensure that all required data for the workflow is present and correct. Validate any input data that the workflow relies on.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to perform all actions within the workflow.
  
  
  Reconfigure Workflow: If there are configuration issues, consider reconfiguring the workflow or the related business processes.
  
  
  Restart Workflow: If the issue is resolved, you may need to restart the workflow. This can often be done through transaction SWI1 or SWI2.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2: Work Item Selection (with additional options)
  SWI6: Workflow Log
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for workflows to understand the configuration and execution of workflows better.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SWF_RUN611 error effectively. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.