How To Fix WD401 - Workflow definition '&' not in version '&'

WD401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Workflow definition '&' not in version '&'

What causes this issue?

The workflow definition with the ID &V1& in version &V2& could not be
read from the database.

System Response

The call to the Workflow Builder had to be cancelled.

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.

INCLUDE NA_WF-ADMINISTRATOR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD401 - Workflow definition '&' not in version '&' ?

  The SAP error message:
  WD401 Workflow definition '&' not in version '&'
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or Web Dynpro ABAP when the system cannot find a specified workflow definition in the expected version.
  
  Explanation / Cause
  
  The message means that the workflow definition with a certain name (first '&' placeholder) is not found in the specified version (second '&' placeholder).
  This usually happens when:
  The workflow definition has not been imported or activated in the system.
  The workflow version specified in the call or configuration does not exist.
  There is a mismatch between the workflow version expected by the application and the versions available in the system.
  The workflow repository is inconsistent or the workflow is deleted or not transported properly.
  In Web Dynpro ABAP, the workflow definition might be referenced in the component or application but is missing or inactive.
  
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios
  
  Calling a workflow by name and version, but the version is not available.
  Transport issues