How To Fix SWP029 - Error during result processing of work item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWP - WFM: Messages

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Error during result processing of work item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWP029 - Error during result processing of work item &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWP029, which states "Error during result processing of work item &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. This error indicates that there was an issue when the system attempted to process the results of a work item, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The work item may be trying to access data that is missing or incorrectly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the work item may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Custom Code Issues: If there is custom code (e.g., user exits, BAdIs) involved in the workflow, it may contain errors or not handle certain scenarios properly.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow or the underlying business process.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Work Item Details: Review the details of the work item (using transaction SWI1) to identify any missing or incorrect data.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the work item. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Debug Custom Code: If there is custom code involved, debug it to identify any errors or exceptions that may be occurring during the processing of the work item.
  Check Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no missing links or incorrect settings.
  Analyze System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message. You can use the SAP Support Portal for this purpose.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Overview
  SWI2_DURA: Work Item Duration
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  
  
  SAP Workflow Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on workflows for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.