How To Fix WFD_BL_MSG059 - Object was destroyed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Object was destroyed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFD_BL_MSG059 - Object was destroyed. ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WFD_BL_MSG059 Object was destroyed.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the SAP Workflow environment. It indicates that a workflow object (such as a task, container element, or workflow instance) that the system was trying to access or process has been deleted or destroyed. This can happen if:
  
  The workflow instance or task was manually deleted.
  The object was removed due to a cleanup job or archiving.
  The object was invalidated or removed by another process or user action.
  There is a timing issue where the workflow tries to access an object that no longer exists.
  
  
  Explanation:
  In SAP Workflow, objects (like tasks, container elements, or workflow instances) are referenced during processing. If the referenced object is destroyed or no longer available, the system cannot proceed and raises this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Logs and Status:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWIA (Display Workflow) to check the status of the workflow and work items.
  Identify if the workflow instance or task was deleted or ended unexpectedly.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Confirm if the object referenced by the workflow still exists.
  If the object was deleted intentionally, understand why and whether the workflow should be restarted or adjusted.
  
  
  
  Restart or Recreate Workflow:
  
  If the workflow instance is corrupted or incomplete, consider restarting the workflow or creating a new instance.
  If the workflow is stuck due to missing objects, you may need to cancel and restart it.
  
  
  
  Check for Cleanup Jobs:
  
  Review if any background jobs or archiving processes have deleted workflow objects.
  Adjust cleanup job parameters if necessary to avoid deleting objects still in use.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If custom workflow logic or enhancements are involved, verify that they do not delete objects prematurely.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the error message or workflow component.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing workflow logs and system details.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWI1 – Work Item Selection
  SWIA – Display Workflow
  SWU3 – Workflow Customizing
  SWI2_FREQ – Frequent Tasks
  SWI6 – Workflow Log
  
  
  
  SAP Workflow Concepts:
  
  Workflow instances and tasks are stored in database tables.
  Objects referenced in workflows must exist during processing.
  Cleanup jobs (e.g., SAP_WAPI_DELETE_OLD_WORKITEMS) remove old workflow data.
  
  
  
  Common Tables:
  
  SWWWIHEAD – Workflow Work Item Header
  SWWWIHEAD – Workflow Instance Header
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WFD_BL_MSG059 Object was destroyed. means the workflow tried to access an object that no longer exists. To resolve it, verify the workflow and object status, check for deletions or cleanup jobs, and restart or adjust the workflow as needed. Always ensure that workflow objects remain available during processing to avoid this error.