How To Fix SWN017 - Data type &1 has no active version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Data type &1 has no active version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN017 - Data type &1 has no active version ?

  The SAP error message SWN017, which states "Data type &1 has no active version," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) framework. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a data type that does not have an active version available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Data Type: The data type referenced in the error message is not active. This can happen if the data type was deleted, not properly activated, or if there are issues with the transport of the data type.
  Transport Issues: If the data type was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Development Errors: If a developer created or modified a data type but did not activate it, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Data Type:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Enter the name of the data type that is causing the error (replace &1 with the actual name).
  Check if the data type is active. If it is not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the data type was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the data type is active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  Verify if the data type was deleted or if there are any inconsistencies in the system. If it was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  If the data type is part of a workflow, check the workflow configuration to ensure that all necessary components are correctly set up and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SWN1: Workflow Notification Configuration
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Workflow and Data Dictionary for more insights on managing data types and workflows.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWN017 error and ensure that the data type in question is active and available for use in your SAP system.