How To Fix SWF_RUN640 - Dump discovered in workflow runtime in &1

SWF_RUN640 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Dump discovered in workflow runtime in &1

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SWF_RUN640 - Details

• The SAP error message SWF_RUN640 indicates that a dump has been discovered in the workflow runtime for a specific workflow instance. This error typically arises when there is an issue with the workflow execution, which can be due to various reasons such as configuration errors, missing data, or issues in the underlying business logic.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrectly configured workflow settings or missing workflow definitions can lead to runtime errors.
  Data Issues: Missing or incorrect data that the workflow relies on can cause it to fail.
  Business Logic Errors: Errors in the custom code or logic that is executed as part of the workflow can lead to dumps.
  System Resource Issues: Insufficient system resources (memory, processing power) can also lead to runtime errors.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workflow Logs: Use transaction SWI1 to analyze the workflow logs for the specific instance.