How To Fix SWF_RUN851 - Inconsistent configuration: Job name not found for configuration &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN - Workflow Runtime System

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Inconsistent configuration: Job name not found for configuration &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN851 - Inconsistent configuration: Job name not found for configuration &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN851 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the configuration of a workflow. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to find a job name associated with the specified configuration. This can occur for various reasons, such as missing or incorrectly configured workflow definitions, or issues with the underlying job scheduling.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Job Name: The job name that is expected in the workflow configuration is not defined or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The workflow configuration might be incorrectly set up, leading to a mismatch between the expected job name and what is available in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies in the configuration that were not resolved during the transport.
  Changes in Workflow Definitions: If the workflow definitions were modified or deleted after the job was created, it could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Go to the workflow configuration in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) and verify that the job name is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all necessary components of the workflow are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Job Name:
  
  Use transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check if the job name exists and is correctly configured.
  If the job name is missing, you may need to recreate it or adjust the workflow to point to the correct job.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the workflow was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the transport.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Workflow:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the workflow from scratch to ensure that all configurations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about your configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on workflow management and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SWF_RUN851 error in your SAP system.