How To Fix SWP125 - Error in the Workflow Manager Factory (work item to be restarted: &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWP - WFM: Messages

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Error in the Workflow Manager Factory (work item to be restarted: &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWP125 - Error in the Workflow Manager Factory (work item to be restarted: &1) ?

  The SAP error message SWP125 indicates that there is an issue in the Workflow Manager Factory, specifically related to a work item that needs to be restarted. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause
  The SWP125 error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  System Errors: There may be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the workflow environment.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the workflow or related components can lead to this error.
  Data Issues: The work item may be referencing data that is incomplete, incorrect, or has been deleted.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to process the work item.
  Workflow Definition Errors: There may be issues in the workflow definition itself, such as missing steps or incorrect logic.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SWP125 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Restart the Work Item: As the error