How To Fix SWF_RUN674 - Methods container unsorted, overflow of a multi-lined element?

SWF_RUN674 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 674

• Message text: Methods container unsorted, overflow of a multi-lined element?

What causes this issue?

SAP Note 1655812

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

SWF_RUN674 - Details

• The SAP error message SWF_RUN674, which states "Methods container unsorted, overflow of a multi-lined element," typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. This error indicates that there is an issue with the methods container in a workflow instance, specifically that it has become unsorted or that there is an overflow due to the multi-lined element.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsorted Methods Container: The methods container in a workflow is expected to be sorted. If the methods are not sorted correctly, it can lead to this error.
  Overflow of Multi-lined Element: This can happen if the data being processed exceeds the expected limits for a multi-lined element, causing an overflow.
  Data Structure Issues: If the data structure used in the workflow is not properly defined or if there are inconsistencies in the data being passed, it can lead to this error.
  Workflow Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the workflow or the methods being called can also lead to this