How To Fix SWF_XI_ADAPTER401 - Setting for process type &1 does not exist. Cannot delete.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_XI_ADAPTER - XI BPM: Messages

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Setting for process type &1 does not exist. Cannot delete.

What causes this issue?

You want to delete an entry for a process type in the settings for
inbound processing. The system does not accept this change.
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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?

Restart the transaction and check whether the entry to be deleted still
exists for the process type. If yes, try to delete it again. If the
system still refuses the change, create a message with detailed
information on how to reproduce the problem.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_XI_ADAPTER401 - Setting for process type &1 does not exist. Cannot delete. ?

  The SAP error message SWF_XI_ADAPTER401 indicates that there is an issue with a process type in the SAP system, specifically that the system is unable to delete a process type because it does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) when trying to manage process types.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Process Type: The process type you are trying to delete does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the process type name or an attempt to delete a process type that has already been removed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or delete the specified process type.
  System Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the workflow or integration settings that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Process Type: Check the process type name you are trying to delete. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SWFVISU for workflow visualization) and checking the list of process types.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete process types. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify the user's roles and permissions.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the workflow or integration settings to ensure that all configurations are correct and that there are no orphaned entries.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWFVISU (Workflow Visualization), SWF_WORKFLOW (Workflow Administration), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflow management and process types for more detailed information on how to manage and troubleshoot these components.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.