How To Fix SWF_RUN_SERVICES085 - Starting SWW_WI2OBJ SOT Update

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN_SERVICES - Workflow: Services

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Starting SWW_WI2OBJ SOT Update

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN_SERVICES085 - Starting SWW_WI2OBJ SOT Update ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN_SERVICES085 typically indicates an issue related to the workflow service when trying to update the workflow item (SWW_WI2OBJ) in the SAP system. This error can occur due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the workflow itself.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the workflow configuration, such as missing or incorrect settings in the workflow definition.
  Object Locking: The object that the workflow is trying to update may be locked by another process or user.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that the workflow is trying to process.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow. You can use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Review Workflow Configuration: Check the workflow definition and ensure that all necessary steps and configurations are correctly set up. Use transaction code SWDD to review and modify the workflow.
  Check Object Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check if the object is locked and by whom. If it is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
  Analyze Workflow Logs: Use transaction code SWI1 to analyze the workflow logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Data Consistency Check: Ensure that the data being processed by the workflow is consistent and valid. You may need to run consistency checks or validate the data manually.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflow management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SWF_RUN_SERVICES085 error in your SAP system.