How To Fix SWP200 - Error during INSERT in table SWP_HEADER for workflow &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWP - WFM: Messages

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Error during INSERT in table SWP_HEADER for workflow &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWP200 - Error during INSERT in table SWP_HEADER for workflow &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWP200 indicates that there was an error during the insertion of a record into the SWP_HEADER table for a specific workflow instance. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Constraints: The insertion might violate database constraints such as primary key, foreign key, or unique constraints.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being inserted may not meet the required format or may contain invalid values.
  Workflow 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the workflow definition or configuration that prevent the successful creation of a workflow instance.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to create the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may lead to timeouts or other performance-related issues during the insert operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Constraints: Review the database constraints on the SWP_HEADER table to