How To Fix SWF_RUN661 - System error: Database table &1 could not be written to

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 661

• Message text: System error: Database table &1 could not be written to

What causes this issue?

A modifying operation on the database table &V1& ended with an error.
The problem occurred with instance &V2&.

System Response

The workflow system has canceled further processing and executed a
rollback.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the current status of the workflow databases and then try a
restart.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN661 - System error: Database table &1 could not be written to ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN661 indicates that there is a problem with writing to a specific database table. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Lock: The table may be locked by another process, preventing write operations.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to write to the table may not have the necessary permissions.
  Database Constraints: There may be constraints (like foreign key constraints) that are being violated when trying to write to the table.
  Database Corruption: The database table may be corrupted, leading to write failures.
  Insufficient Space: The database may be running out of space, preventing new entries from being added.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database system or the SAP application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the database table.