How To Fix SWN165 - Deletion is not premitted as runtime data is consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWN - WF Notif: Messages

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Deletion is not premitted as runtime data is consistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWN165 - Deletion is not premitted as runtime data is consistent ?

  The SAP error message SWN165, which states "Deletion is not permitted as runtime data is consistent," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Workflow Notification (SWN) framework. This error indicates that you are trying to delete a workflow notification or related object that is currently in use or has associated runtime data that prevents its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Active Workflow Instances: The workflow instance associated with the notification is still active or has not been completed.
  Consistency of Runtime Data: The system checks for consistency in runtime data, and if it finds that the data is still valid and in use, it will prevent deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects or processes that depend on the workflow notification, which can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWN165 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Workflows:
  
  Use transaction code SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to check if there are any active instances of the workflow that you are trying to delete.
  If there are active instances, you may need to complete or terminate them before attempting to delete the notification.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Instances:
  
  Use transaction code SWI2_FREQ to analyze the frequency of workflow instances and their statuses.
  Ensure that all instances are either completed or canceled.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies or references to the workflow notification in other processes or objects.
  If dependencies exist, you may need to address them before deletion.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SWN1:
  
  If you are trying to delete a notification, you can use transaction SWN1 to manage notifications and check their statuses.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or notification you are dealing with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Frequency of Workflow Instances
  SWN1: Workflow Notification Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Workflow Monitoring: Familiarize yourself with workflow monitoring tools in SAP to better manage and troubleshoot workflow instances.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SWN165 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.