How To Fix SWL_WP205 - System status was not changed

SWL_WP205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWL_WP - Message for Workflow in Workplace

• Message number: 205

• Message text: System status was not changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWL_WP205 - System status was not changed ?

  The SAP error message SWL_WP205, which states "System status was not changed," typically occurs in the context of workflow management within SAP systems. This error can arise when there is an attempt to change the status of a workflow or a work item, but the system is unable to do so due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to change the status may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Workflow 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the workflow configuration or the specific workflow instance that is being processed.
  System Locking: The workflow or work item may be locked by another process or user, preventing status changes.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system errors that prevent the status change.
  Incorrect Workflow Status: The current status of the workflow may not allow for the requested change, based on the defined workflow logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: