How To Fix SWP895 - Workflows cannot be converted due to key damage in &1

SWP895 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWP - WFM: Messages

• Message number: 895

• Message text: Workflows cannot be converted due to key damage in &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWP895 - Workflows cannot be converted due to key damage in &1 ?

  The SAP error message SWP895 indicates that there is a problem with the workflow definition in the system, specifically that the workflow cannot be converted due to "key damage" in the specified object (denoted by &1). This typically means that there is some corruption or inconsistency in the workflow definition or its associated objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Corrupted Workflow Definition: The workflow definition may have been corrupted due to system issues, improper changes, or inconsistencies in the underlying data.
  Missing or Inconsistent Objects: The workflow may reference objects (like tasks, containers, or events) that are missing or have been modified in a way that makes them incompatible.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Definition: Use transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) to open the workflow definition and check for any inconsistencies or errors. Look for any missing