How To Fix SWF_SDM016 - &1 event type linkages deleted from table SWFDEVTYP

SWF_SDM016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_SDM - Workflow: Silent Data Migration Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: &1 event type linkages deleted from table SWFDEVTYP

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SWF_SDM016 - Details

• The SAP error message SWF_SDM016 indicates that event type linkages have been deleted from the table SWFDEVTYP. This typically occurs in the context of workflow management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with event-driven workflows.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Manual Deletion: Someone may have manually deleted event type linkages from the SWFDEVTYP table, either intentionally or accidentally.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include the necessary event type linkages, this could lead to missing entries.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in workflow configuration or event types that are not properly reflected in the system can lead to inconsistencies.
  System Upgrades or Patches: Sometimes, system upgrades or patches can inadvertently affect the event type linkages.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the SWFDEVTYP Table: Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to check the contents of the