How To Fix WF899 - Worflow: DB error / inconsistency with '&' & &

WF899 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WF - Workflow: messages

• Message number: 899

• Message text: Worflow: DB error / inconsistency with '&' & &

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_WF-ADMINISTRATOR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF899 - Worflow: DB error / inconsistency with '&' & & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WF899 Workflow: DB error / inconsistency with '&' & &
  
  Meaning / Cause
  The error message WF899 indicates that there is a database inconsistency or error related to the SAP Workflow engine. The placeholders & & &` in the message typically get replaced by specific details such as table names, keys, or error codes when the message is displayed in the system.
  Common causes include:
  
  Database inconsistencies in workflow tables (e.g., SWWWIHEAD, SWWCONT, SWWLOGHIST, etc.).
  Corrupted or incomplete workflow container data.
  Workflow runtime errors due to missing or inconsistent workflow objects.
  Problems during workflow runtime such as missing tasks, agents, or incorrect workflow definitions.
  Transport or system copy issues where workflow data was not properly migrated.
  Custom workflow modifications or enhancements causing data inconsistencies.
  Issues with workflow runtime environment or database locks.
  
  
  Typical Scenarios
  
  When a workflow instance is started or processed, the system tries to read or update workflow-related tables but finds inconsistent or missing data.
  When a workflow container