How To Fix SWF_UTL_000019 - Object reference expected: Object type category '&1' not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_UTL_000 - Messages for I/O - Service Class CL_SWF_IO_SERVICES

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Object reference expected: Object type category '&1' not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_UTL_000019 - Object reference expected: Object type category '&1' not permitted ?

  The SAP error message SWF_UTL_000019 indicates that there is an issue with an object reference in the workflow. Specifically, the message states that an object type category (denoted by &1) is not permitted. This typically occurs when the workflow is trying to access an object that is either not defined, not correctly configured, or not allowed in the context of the workflow.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Invalid Object Type: The workflow is trying to reference an object type that is not valid or not allowed in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: The object type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified object type.
  Incorrect Workflow Definition: The workflow definition may have errors or inconsistencies that lead to this issue.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that the object type being referenced in the workflow is valid and correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the workflow definition and ensuring that the object type is supported.
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration: Ensure that the workflow is correctly configured. Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the workflow definition.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Make sure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the object type. You can check the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you may need to debug the workflow to identify the exact point of failure. Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to analyze the workflow instances and see where the error occurs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and workflow you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help you resolve the problem.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant information about the workflow and object types involved.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection for Recurrent Work Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Workflow Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on workflows and object types to ensure you are following best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SWF_UTL_000019 error in your SAP system.