How To Fix SWF_RUN643 - System error when creating a URL: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 643

• Message text: System error when creating a URL: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN643 - System error when creating a URL: &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN643 indicates a system error that occurs when the system attempts to create a URL, typically in the context of workflow or web services. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing parameters, or problems with the underlying system components.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to generate URLs, which can happen if the necessary parameters are not set correctly in the SAP system.
  Missing or Incorrect Parameters: The URL generation process may require specific parameters that are either missing or incorrectly defined.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing the system from accessing the required resources to create the URL.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the resources needed for URL generation.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP you are using that affect URL generation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the workflow or web service that is attempting to create the URL. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Review Parameters: Verify that all required parameters for URL generation are provided and correctly formatted.
  Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues preventing access to the required resources. Check firewall settings, proxy configurations, and network connectivity.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that is generating the URL.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that address this specific error. There may be known issues with specific versions of SAP that have been documented.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the workflow or process to identify where the error occurs and what parameters are being passed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version to understand the context of the error and any related configuration settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency) to analyze workflow items and their statuses.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.