How To Fix USMD5046 - Change req. type &1: Workflow changed in &3; check processor assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD5 - Master Data: Workflow

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Change req. type &1: Workflow changed in &3; check processor assignment

What causes this issue?

For change request type &V1& you have replaced workflow &V2& with
workflow &V3&. Processors are assigned for this change request type.
Since this assignment was made based on the previously assigned workflow
&V2&, the user assignment might not be suitable for the currently
assigned workflow.

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?

In Customizing under <LS>Workflow </>-> <LS>Other MDG Workflows </>->
<LS>Assign Processor to Workflow Step Number (Simple Workflow)</>, check
if the existing processor assignment should be used for the new workflow
&V3& and adjust it if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD5046 - Change req. type &1: Workflow changed in &3; check processor assignment ?

  The SAP error message USMD5046 indicates that there is an issue with the workflow assignment for a change request type in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the workflow configuration for a specific change request type has been modified, and the system is prompting you to check the processor assignment for that workflow.
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Changes: The workflow for the specified change request type has been altered, which may include changes to the processor assignment or the workflow definition itself.
  Inconsistent Configuration: The change request type may not have a valid processor assigned in the workflow configuration, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow changes were transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing configurations in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Go to the workflow configuration in SAP (transaction code SWDD or SWI1).
  Verify that the workflow for the specified change request type is correctly defined and that all necessary steps and processor assignments are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Processor Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the processor assignment for the workflow is correctly set up. This can be done in the workflow definition where you can specify who is responsible for processing the tasks.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the changes were transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the workflow configuration.
  Ensure that all necessary objects related to the workflow have been transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the change request type to ensure that the workflow is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to workflow management for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder - to create or modify workflows.
  SWI1: Work Item Selection - to monitor and manage work items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  
  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 identify and resolve the issue related to the USMD5046 error message in your SAP system.