How To Fix WD064 - Workflow (&2) to be monitored already completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Workflow (&2) to be monitored already completed

What causes this issue?

The workflow to be monitored (&v2&) is already completed (status
<ZK>with errors</> or <ZK>logically deleted</>). The current status is
&v3&.

System Response

The review workflow &v1& is not started.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD064 - Workflow (&2) to be monitored already completed ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WD064 - Workflow (&2) to be monitored already completed
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to monitor or restart a workflow instance that has already been completed. In SAP Workflow, once a workflow instance reaches its end status (completed, cancelled, or terminated), it is no longer active and cannot be monitored or processed further in the usual way.
  The message indicates that the workflow instance you are trying to access or monitor is already finished, so the system prevents any further monitoring or processing actions on it.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Workflow instances have lifecycle statuses such as Created, In Process, Completed, Cancelled, or Terminated.
  Monitoring tools or transactions like SWI1 (Workflow Log) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Items) are typically used to track active workflows.
  If you attempt to monitor a workflow instance that is already completed, SAP throws this message to indicate that the workflow is no longer active.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Status:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to check the status of the workflow instance.
  Confirm that the workflow instance is indeed completed.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Log:
  
  Even if the workflow is completed, you can still view the workflow log to analyze what happened.
  Use SWI1 or SWI2_DIAG to display the workflow log for completed workflows.
  
  
  
  No Further Monitoring Needed:
  
  Since the workflow is completed, no further monitoring or processing is necessary.
  If you need to reprocess or restart the workflow, you must start a new workflow instance.
  
  
  
  If Restart is Required:
  
  You can restart a workflow instance only if it is in a status that allows restart (e.g., error or cancelled).
  For completed workflows, start a new instance instead.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code or Tools:
  
  If this error appears in a custom program or tool, ensure that it handles completed workflows properly and does not attempt to monitor or restart them.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow Log (to view logs of workflow instances)
  SWI2_FREQ - Work Items (to see work items and their statuses)
  SWI2_DIAG - Workflow Diagnosis (to analyze workflow issues)
  SWU3 - Workflow Customizing (to check workflow configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow monitoring and error handling for any patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Workflow Statuses:
  
  Understanding workflow statuses is crucial for handling workflows correctly.
  Completed workflows cannot be restarted or monitored for active processing.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Attempt to monitor a workflow instance that is already completed.
  Solution: Verify the workflow status; view logs if needed; do not attempt to monitor or restart completed workflows; start a new instance if reprocessing is required.
  
  
  If you need help with a specific workflow or transaction, please provide the workflow ID or context for more tailored assistance.