How To Fix SWN128 - Error when locking. Unable to determine views

SWN128 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Error when locking. Unable to determine views

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN128 - Error when locking. Unable to determine views ?

  The SAP error message SWN128 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) framework, particularly when there are issues related to locking mechanisms or database views. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The error may occur if there are locks on the database tables that prevent the system from accessing the necessary views.
  Missing or Incomplete Views: The required database views may not exist or may not be properly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the views or perform the locking operation.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the workflow or notification settings can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, there may be inconsistencies in the database objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Database Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to