How To Fix SWP135 - Unable to determine work item type for step at node &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWP - WFM: Messages

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Unable to determine work item type for step at node &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWP135 - Unable to determine work item type for step at node &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWP135 "Unable to determine work item type for step at node &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the work item type associated with a specific step in a workflow process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Work Item Type: The work item type that is supposed to be associated with the workflow step is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow configuration may be incorrect, leading to the inability to determine the work item type.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the work item type.
  Node Configuration: The specific node in the workflow may not be properly configured, leading to the inability to resolve the work item type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Work Item Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) and check the configuration of the workflow. Ensure that the work item type is correctly defined for the step at node &1.
  Verify that the work item type exists in the system by checking the relevant tables (e.g., TSWTY).
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Steps:
  
  Inspect the workflow steps and ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly configured.
  Make sure that the node at which the error occurs is properly set up to generate a work item.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the workflow was transported, ensure that all related objects (like work item types, tasks, etc.) were also transported correctly.
  Check for any missing dependencies or objects in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the work item type. You can use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to identify where the process is failing. You can use transaction SWI1 to analyze the workflow instance and see the detailed execution path.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow and work item types to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection with Frequency
  SWI2_DURA: Work Item Selection with Duration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SWP135 error in your SAP system.