How To Fix WFD_BL_MSG013 - The version &1 is incorrect.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFD_BL_MSG - Message Class for Workforce Assignment and Details

• Message number: 013

• Message text: The version &1 is incorrect.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFD_BL_MSG013 - The version &1 is incorrect. ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WFD_BL_MSG013 The version &1 is incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP Workflow when there is a mismatch or inconsistency related to the version of a workflow object (such as a workflow template, task, or event). The system expects a specific version of the workflow object, but the version provided or referenced is incorrect, outdated, or does not exist.
  Common scenarios causing this error include:
  
  Attempting to start or trigger a workflow with a version number that is not valid or does not exist.
  Using an outdated or deleted version of a workflow template or task.
  Transport or system inconsistencies where workflow objects have different versions in development, quality, and production systems.
  Incorrect version number passed in custom code or workflow container.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Workflow Version:
  
  Verify the version number of the workflow object (template, task, etc.) you are trying to use.
  Use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to open the workflow and check the version.
  Ensure that the version exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Version:
  
  If you are triggering the workflow via code or configuration, make sure the version number passed is correct.
  If no specific version is required, use the latest active version.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  Check if the workflow object versions are consistent across systems (DEV, QAS, PRD).
  If necessary, re-import or re-transport the workflow objects to ensure the correct versions are available.
  
  
  
  Activate the Workflow Version:
  
  Sometimes, the workflow version exists but is not active.
  Activate the workflow version in SWDD or via the relevant transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If the workflow is started or manipulated via custom ABAP code, verify that the version parameter passed is correct.
  Adjust the code to use the correct version or omit the version parameter to use the latest.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to workflow versioning.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder (to check and edit workflow versions)
  SWI1 - Work Item Selection (to monitor workflow instances)
  SWU3 - Workflow Customizing (to check workflow configuration)
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Log (to analyze workflow errors)
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  SAP Workflow documentation on version management.
  SAP Notes related to workflow version errors.
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Search for notes with keywords like "workflow version incorrect" or "WFD_BL_MSG013".
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WFD_BL_MSG013 The version &1 is incorrect. indicates a problem with the workflow object version being used. Verify and correct the version number, ensure the workflow version is active and consistent across systems, and adjust any custom code or configuration accordingly.