How To Fix SWF_SLS013 - Alert category &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Alert category &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_SLS013 - Alert category &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SWF_SLS013, which states "Alert category &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Process Management. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference an alert category that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alert Category: The specified alert category (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been created or configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the alert categories in the workflow settings.
  Transport Issues: If the system is newly upgraded or if transport requests have not been properly imported, the alert category may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the alert categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Alert Categories:
  
  Go to transaction code SWF_WORK or SWF_ADMIN to check the existing alert categories.
  Verify if the alert category that is causing the error exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Alert Category:
  
  If the alert category is missing, you can create it using transaction code SWF_ALERT.
  Define the necessary parameters for the alert category, including the name and description.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the workflow configuration to ensure that the alert category is correctly assigned to the relevant workflows.
  Make sure that the workflows are properly activated.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been imported correctly.
  Check if the alert category was included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage alert categories.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring alert categories and workflows.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWF_WORK: Workflow Administration
  SWF_ADMIN: Workflow Administration
  SWF_ALERT: Alert Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may 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_SLS013 error and ensure that the alert categories are properly configured in your SAP system.