How To Fix SWF_RUN_SERVICES033 - '&1' background work item(s) restarted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN_SERVICES - Workflow: Services

• Message number: 033

• Message text: '&1' background work item(s) restarted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN_SERVICES033 - '&1' background work item(s) restarted ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN_SERVICES033 indicates that one or more background work items have been restarted in the workflow. This typically occurs when a workflow instance encounters an issue that prevents it from completing successfully, leading the system to attempt a restart of the affected work items.
  Cause:
  
  System Issues: Temporary system issues such as database locks, network problems, or resource shortages can cause background work items to fail.
  Workflow Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the workflow or missing required data can lead to failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions.
  Long Running Processes: If a background job takes too long to execute, it may be terminated by the system, leading to a restart.
  Errors in Custom Code: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the workflow, errors in the code can lead to failures.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Logs: Review the workflow logs and transaction SLG1 (Application Log) to identify the specific error that caused the work item to fail.
  Analyze the Workflow: Use transaction SWI1 to analyze the workflow instance and check for any issues in the workflow definition or execution.
  Check Background Job Logs: Use transaction SM37 to check the logs of the background jobs associated with the workflow to identify any errors or issues.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to perform all actions required by the workflow.
  Adjust Timeout Settings: If long-running processes are common, consider adjusting the timeout settings for background jobs in the system.
  Debug Custom Code: If there are custom developments, debug the code to identify and fix any issues that may be causing the workflow to fail.
  System Health Check: Perform a system health check to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting performance, such as database locks or resource shortages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Workflow Overview
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SWF_RUN_SERVICES033 error and implement a solution to prevent it from recurring.