How To Fix W8406 - Workflow & not found - enter a valid workflow ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Workflow & not found - enter a valid workflow ID

What causes this issue?

The entry does not show an actively available workflow.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the entry with a valid workflow identification (the format is
WF12345678 or WS12345678). By deleting the input field you can return
to the display of the list of the default selection.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8406 - Workflow & not found - enter a valid workflow ID ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W8406 Workflow & not found - enter a valid workflow ID
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the SAP system tries to start or reference a workflow using a workflow ID that does not exist or is invalid in the system. The placeholder & in the message is replaced by the actual workflow ID that was attempted to be used.
  Common reasons include:  
  
  The workflow ID specified in the configuration or program is incorrect or misspelled.  
  The workflow has not been created or imported into the system.  
  The workflow was deleted or is inactive.  
  The workflow ID is being passed dynamically and the value is empty or wrong.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify the Workflow ID:  
  
  Check the workflow ID used in the transaction, program, or configuration.  
  Make sure it matches exactly with the workflow ID defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Existence:  
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWDD (Workflow Builder) to search for the workflow ID.  
  Alternatively, use SWU3 (Workflow Customizing) to check workflow configuration.
  
  
  
  Import or Activate Workflow:  
  
  If the workflow does not exist, import it from a transport or create it using the Workflow Builder (SWDD).  
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing or Program Logic:  
  
  If the workflow ID is passed dynamically, debug the program or check the configuration to ensure the correct workflow ID is being passed.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:  
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to start or access the workflow.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder  
  SWI1 - Work Item Selection  
  SWU3 - Automatic Workflow Customizing  
  SWIA - Work Item Administration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to workflow errors and missing workflow IDs.
  
  
  
  Workflow Documentation:  
  
  SAP Help Portal and Workflow Administration guides provide detailed information on workflow creation and management.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error W8406 indicates that the system cannot find the specified workflow ID. Verify the workflow ID, ensure the workflow exists and is active, and correct any configuration or program errors passing the workflow ID.