How To Fix SWF_SLS008 - Parameters for scheduling periodic deadlines are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_SLS - Message Class for Deadline Monitoring (Deadline Service)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Parameters for scheduling periodic deadlines are missing

What causes this issue?

Parameters required for calculating the due date and time of the
periodic deadline are missing. The due date and time of the deadline
could not be scheduled.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter either a valid ABAP objects class or a duration for calculating
the due date and time. The duration is specified by a time unit and
quantity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_SLS008 - Parameters for scheduling periodic deadlines are missing ?

  The SAP error message SWF_SLS008 indicates that there are missing parameters for scheduling periodic deadlines in the workflow. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration or data to schedule a workflow task that is supposed to occur at regular intervals.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The workflow might not be properly configured to include the necessary parameters for scheduling.
  Incorrect or Incomplete Data: The data required for scheduling the periodic deadlines may be incomplete or incorrectly entered.
  Workflow Definition Issues: The workflow definition might not have the necessary settings for periodic execution.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the required authorizations to access the scheduling parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Go to the workflow definition in the SAP system and ensure that all necessary parameters for scheduling are correctly defined.
  Verify that the periodic deadline settings are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Task Parameters:
  
  Check the task that is causing the error and ensure that all required parameters are filled in correctly.
  Make sure that the task is set up to allow for periodic execution.
  
  
  
  Maintain Workflow Settings:
  
  Use transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) to review and adjust the workflow settings.
  Ensure that the periodic deadline is defined in the workflow settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data:
  
  Review the data associated with the workflow instance to ensure that all required fields are populated.
  If the workflow is dependent on certain business objects, ensure that those objects are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the workflow settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring periodic deadlines in workflows.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow to ensure that it can now schedule the periodic deadlines without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD (Workflow Builder)
  SWI1 (Work Item Selection)
  SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection with Frequency)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWF_SLS008 error and successfully configure your workflow for periodic scheduling.