How To Fix SWF_RUN_SERVICES103 - STEPID Update finished with &1 successful and &2 failed entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RUN_SERVICES - Workflow: Services

• Message number: 103

• Message text: STEPID Update finished with &1 successful and &2 failed entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RUN_SERVICES103 - STEPID Update finished with &1 successful and &2 failed entries ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RUN_SERVICES103 indicates that a step in a workflow process has completed, but not all entries were processed successfully. Specifically, the message states that the update finished with a certain number of successful entries (&1) and a certain number of failed entries (&2). 
  Cause
  The causes for this error can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect information that prevents successful processing.
  Configuration Problems: Workflow configurations may not be set up correctly, leading to failures in processing certain entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions within the workflow.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors, such as database connectivity issues or resource limitations.
  Business Logic Errors: The logic defined in the workflow may not handle certain scenarios correctly, leading to failures.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  Check the Workflow Log: Review the workflow log for detailed information about which entries failed and why. This can provide insights into the specific errors encountered.
  Analyze the Failed Entries: Identify the entries that failed and investigate the reasons for their failure. Look for patterns or commonalities among the failed entries.
  Correct Data Issues: If the failures are due to data issues, correct the data and reprocess the entries.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the workflow is configured correctly. Check for any missing steps or incorrect settings that could lead to failures.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow steps successfully.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Test the Workflow: After making corrections, test the workflow with a smaller set of data to ensure that it processes successfully before running it on a larger scale.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection for Frequency) to monitor and analyze workflow items.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any logs you have collected.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflows for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.