How To Fix S~104 - No startnode found & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S~ - Repository API Business Navigator

• Message number: 104

• Message text: No startnode found & & & &

What causes this issue?

Every epc must have a startnode.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Insert in your model a startnode.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S~104 - No startnode found & & & & ?

  The SAP error message "S~104 No startnode found" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with process definitions in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a starting node in the workflow definition, which is essential for initiating the workflow process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Start Node: The workflow definition may not have a defined start node, or the start node may have been deleted or not properly configured.
  Corrupted Workflow Definition: The workflow definition could be corrupted or not properly activated.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that led to the loss of the start node.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the workflow or its components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD) and open the workflow definition in question.
  Ensure that there is a valid start node defined. If it is missing, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Activate Workflow:
  
  If the workflow definition is not activated, activate it in the Workflow Builder. Sometimes, reactivating the workflow can resolve issues related to missing nodes.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the workflow was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the workflow definition.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the workflow.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to identify where the process is failing. This can provide insights into what might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights or similar cases that might provide a solution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection by Frequency
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions related to similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.