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How To Fix WF_CONT099 - Canceled by user


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WF_CONT - Workflow Container, Definition Time and Runtime

  • Message number: 099

  • Message text: Canceled by user

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    SAP Error Message: WF_CONT099 - Canceled by user

    1. Cause:

    • The message "Canceled by user" typically occurs in SAP Workflow when a workflow step or task is manually canceled or withdrawn by the user.
    • This can happen if the user explicitly chooses to cancel the workflow task from the SAP Business Workplace (transaction SBWP) or via the workflow inbox.
    • It may also occur if the workflow container or task is programmatically canceled or if the user aborts the workflow step during processing.
    • In some cases, this message appears if the workflow runtime detects that the user has rejected or withdrawn the task, or if the workflow was stopped intentionally.

    2. Solution:

    • Check User Actions: Verify if the user intentionally canceled the workflow task. If so, confirm whether this was the correct action or if the task needs to be reprocessed.
    • Restart or Re-trigger Workflow: If the cancellation was accidental or incorrect, you may need to restart the workflow or re-trigger the workflow step/task.
    • Review Workflow Logs: Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Log) or SWI2_FREQ (Workflow Runtime Analysis) to analyze the workflow steps and see who canceled the task and why.
    • Check Workflow Design: If cancellations happen frequently and unexpectedly, review the workflow design to ensure that cancellation options are properly controlled or restricted.
    • User Training: Educate users on the impact of canceling workflow tasks and provide guidelines on when to cancel or reject tasks.
    • Authorization Check: Ensure that only authorized users have the ability to cancel workflow tasks if this is a concern.

    3. Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • SBWP – SAP Business Workplace (Inbox where users manage workflow tasks)
      • SWI1 – Workflow Log (to check detailed workflow execution logs)
      • SWI2_FREQ – Workflow Runtime Analysis (to analyze workflow runtime data)
      • SWDD – Workflow Builder (to check workflow design)
    • SAP Notes: Sometimes SAP releases notes related to workflow issues; check the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WF_CONT099 or workflow cancellations.
    • Workflow Container: If the workflow container variables are incorrectly set or missing, it might cause users to cancel tasks due to missing information.
    • User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure users have appropriate roles and authorizations to process or cancel workflow tasks.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Cause User manually canceled the workflow task or step.
    Solution Verify user action, analyze workflow logs, restart workflow if needed, review workflow design, and train users.
    Related Info Use SBWP, SWI1, SWI2_FREQ, SWDD; check SAP Notes; review authorizations.

    If you need help with a specific workflow or scenario, please provide more details about the workflow type or transaction involved.

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