How To Fix SWF_RUN654 - CL_SWF_RUN_WIM_LOCAL: Method type unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 654

• Message text: CL_SWF_RUN_WIM_LOCAL: Method type unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN654 - CL_SWF_RUN_WIM_LOCAL: Method type unknown ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN654 with the description "CL_SWF_RUN_WIM_LOCAL: Method type unknown" typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. This error indicates that the system encountered a method type that it does not recognize or that is not defined properly in the workflow configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Method Type: The method type specified in the workflow might not be defined in the system or is incorrectly configured.
  Missing or Inactive Workflow: The workflow definition might be missing or inactive, leading to the inability to execute the specified method.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom classes or methods involved, they may not be implemented correctly or may not be registered properly in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Go to the workflow definition in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) and verify that all method types are correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the method type you are trying to use is available and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the workflow involves custom classes or methods, check the implementation of these methods to ensure they are correctly defined and accessible.
  Make sure that any custom classes are properly activated and do not have syntax errors.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the workflow was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects (including methods and classes) were included in the transport request and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to find the work item that generated the error and analyze the workflow log for more details.
  You can also use transaction SE80 to debug the custom class or method to identify where the issue is occurring.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or method type you are using. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SE80: Object Navigator (for debugging)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SWF_RUN654 error in your SAP system.