How To Fix WB2B2354 - Workflow based approval process is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B2 - Trading Contract (part 2)

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Workflow based approval process is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B2354 - Workflow based approval process is not active ?

  The SAP error message WB2B2354 indicates that the workflow-based approval process is not active in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow, particularly when dealing with processes that require approval, such as purchase orders, invoices, or other business documents.
  Cause:
  
  Workflow Not Activated: The workflow for the specific approval process has not been activated in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the workflow settings or the relevant business process.
  Missing Workflow Template: The workflow template required for the approval process may not be available or properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to trigger or execute the workflow.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Workflow:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWU3 (Automatic Workflow Customizing) to check and activate the necessary workflow settings.
  Ensure that the relevant workflow is activated in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) to review the workflow definition and ensure it is correctly configured.
  Verify that the workflow template is correctly assigned to the relevant business object.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Settings:
  
  Check the settings in transaction SWU0 (Workflow Administration) to ensure that the workflow is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the necessary event linkage is established for the workflow to trigger.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the workflow process you are trying to implement. This can provide insights into any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow to ensure that it is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWU0: Workflow Administration
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection by Frequency
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to workflow activation or configuration.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB2B2354 error and activate the workflow-based approval process in your SAP system.