How To Fix WFF_FORM_SERVER507 - Internal error when saving: Object &1/&2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFF_FORM_SERVER - Web Financials Forms: Form Server

• Message number: 507

• Message text: Internal error when saving: Object &1/&2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFF_FORM_SERVER507 - Internal error when saving: Object &1/&2 not found ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WFF_FORM_SERVER507 Internal error when saving: Object &1/&2 not found
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the SAP Workflow system when the workflow tries to save or update an object (such as a task, container element, or workflow instance) that no longer exists or cannot be found in the database. The placeholders &1 and &2 represent the object type and object key/ID respectively.
  Common causes include:
  
  The workflow object was deleted or does not exist.
  Inconsistent or outdated workflow data due to transport or system inconsistencies.
  The workflow runtime environment is trying to access an object that was never created or has been removed.
  Database inconsistencies or missing entries related to the workflow object.
  Issues with workflow container elements or tasks that reference non-existing objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Existence:
  
  Verify if the object (&1 = object type, &2 = object key) actually exists in the system.
  Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Workflow Log), SWIA (Work Item Administration), or database tables related to the object type to confirm its presence.
  
  
  
  Workflow Consistency Check:
  
  Run the workflow consistency check using transaction SWU_CHECK or SWU_OBUF to identify inconsistencies in workflow objects.
  Fix any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Restart Workflow Runtime:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the workflow runtime environment can clear temporary inconsistencies.
  Use transaction SWU3 to check workflow runtime configuration and restart if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Transport and System Copies:
  
  If the error appeared after a transport or system copy, verify that all workflow objects and related customizing were transported correctly.
  Re-import or re-apply transports if needed.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the problem persists, debug the workflow saving process to identify why the object is not found.
  Use transaction SWUD or set breakpoints in relevant function modules like WFF_FORM_SAVE or related workflow APIs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WFF_FORM_SERVER507 for any known bugs or patches.
  If no solution is found, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and system information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  SWIA - Work Item Administration
  SWU_CHECK - Workflow Consistency Check
  SWU3 - Workflow Runtime Configuration
  SWUD - Workflow Debugger
  
  
  
  Common Tables:
  
  SWWWIHEAD - Workflow Work Item Header
  SWWCONT - Workflow Container Elements
  SWWLOGHIST - Workflow Log History
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WFF_FORM_SERVER507 or workflow internal errors.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact object type and key (&1 and &2), I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.