How To Fix SWF_RUN675 - Work item put back because of a Business Rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 675

• Message text: Work item put back because of a Business Rule

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN675 - Work item put back because of a Business Rule ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN675 indicates that a work item has been put back into the workflow due to a business rule condition not being met. This typically occurs in SAP Business Workflow when a task or decision point in the workflow cannot proceed because certain criteria defined by business rules are not satisfied.
  Cause:
  
  Business Rule Conditions: The work item may have specific conditions that need to be fulfilled for it to proceed. If these conditions are not met, the workflow will not continue, and the work item will be put back.
  Data Issues: The data associated with the work item may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the failure of the business rule.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow or the business rules themselves, causing them to not function as intended.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Business Rules: Check the business rules associated with the workflow to understand the conditions that are causing the work item to be put back. This can be done in the workflow definition or through the transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Check Work Item Data: Ensure that all necessary data for the work item is complete and correct. This may involve checking the data in the relevant SAP transactions or tables.
  Debugging: If the issue is not clear, you may need to debug the workflow to see where it is failing. Use transaction SWI1 to analyze the work item and see the workflow log for more details.
  Adjust Workflow Configuration: If the business rules are not configured correctly, you may need to adjust them. This could involve modifying the workflow definition or the rules themselves.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the business rules and workflows you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection - to analyze work items.
  SWDD: Workflow Builder - to view and edit workflows.
  SWI2_FREQ: To check the frequency of work items.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Workflow Logs: Review the workflow logs for detailed information on the execution path and where the failure occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWF_RUN675 error and implement a solution to resolve it.