How To Fix WD354 - Multistep task & is locked, but cannot be loaded

WD354 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Multistep task & is locked, but cannot be loaded

What causes this issue?

The multistep task & is locked by another user. However, it does not
yet have a workflow definition, so this must be created.

System Response

However, the create mode cannot be started. The workflow cannot be
loaded.

How to fix this error?

Unlock the workflow and call the workflow again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD354 - Multistep task & is locked, but cannot be loaded ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WD354: "Multistep task & is locked, but cannot be loaded":
  
  Error Message:
  WD354: Multistep task & is locked, but cannot be loaded
  
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro applications, specifically when dealing with multistep tasks in workflow or dialog programming.
  
  The multistep task is locked by a user or process, meaning it is currently being processed or edited.
  However, when the system tries to load or access this locked multistep task, it fails.
  This can happen due to:
  Inconsistent lock entries in the lock table (ENQUEUE).
  The lock owner session has ended unexpectedly or crashed, leaving a stale lock.
  The task is locked in the database but the application cannot retrieve the task data.
  Issues with the task or workflow container data.
  Problems in the Web Dynpro component or the task processing logic.
  
  
  
  
  Typical Scenario:
  
  A user starts processing a multistep task.
  The system locks the task to prevent