How To Fix WFF_FORM_SERVER601 - Internal error: IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY was called

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Internal error: IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY was called

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFF_FORM_SERVER601 - Internal error: IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY was called ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WFF_FORM_SERVER601 Internal error: IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY was called
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the SAP Workflow framework when there is an internal inconsistency or problem during the persistence (saving or copying) of workflow container elements or objects. Specifically, the method IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY is part of the workflow persistence interface, and this error indicates that the system encountered an unexpected situation or internal error while trying to copy workflow container data or related objects.
  Common causes include:
  
  Corrupted workflow container data or objects.
  Inconsistencies in the workflow runtime environment.
  Issues with custom workflow container elements or container element types.
  Problems in the workflow persistence layer, possibly due to database inconsistencies or transport issues.
  Bugs in the SAP kernel or workflow runtime.
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Logs and Traces:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Log) to check the detailed workflow log for the instance that caused the error.
  Look for any additional error messages or dump information.
  
  
  
  Analyze Short Dumps:
  
  Check transaction ST22 for any short dumps related to this error.
  The dump may provide more detailed information about the root cause.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Container Elements:
  
  Review the workflow container elements and their types in the workflow builder (transaction PFTC).
  Verify if any custom container elements or types are causing the issue.
  If custom container elements are involved, check their implementation and data types.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the workflow runtime environment.
  Use transaction SWU_OBUF to check the workflow object buffer.
  Use transaction SWI2_FREQ to analyze workflow runtime errors.
  
  
  
  Transport and Patch Level:
  
  Ensure that the system is on the latest support package stack for the workflow component.
  Check SAP Notes for any known bugs related to IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY.
  Apply relevant SAP Notes or patches if available.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have ABAP debugging skills, set a breakpoint in the method IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY to analyze the exact scenario causing the error.
  This can help identify if the problem is due to specific container elements or data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WFF_FORM_SERVER601 or IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY.
  Example SAP Notes that might be relevant:
  
  Note 1234567 (example) - Workflow container persistence error.
  Note 2345678 (example) - Bug fix for workflow container copy issues.
  
  
  If no solution is found, consider raising a message with SAP Support including the dump and workflow logs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Interface IF_WFF_PERSISTENT:
  
  This interface is used internally by the SAP Workflow engine to persist workflow container data.
  The COPY method is responsible for copying container data from one instance to another, e.g., during workflow restart or container manipulation.
  
  
  
  Workflow Container:
  
  The container holds all the data elements (variables) used in a workflow.
  Any inconsistency or corruption in container elements can cause persistence errors.
  
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  ST22 - ABAP Short Dumps
  PFTC - Workflow Builder
  SWU_OBUF - Workflow Object Buffer
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Runtime Errors
  
  
  
  
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  Error
  WFF_FORM_SERVER601 Internal error: IF_WFF_PERSISTENT~COPY was called
  
  
  Cause
  Internal inconsistency or error during workflow container data copy/persistence
  
  
  Solution
  Check workflow logs, analyze dumps, verify container elements, apply SAP Notes, debug
  
  
  Related
  Workflow container, interface IF_WFF_PERSISTENT, workflow runtime environment
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, workflow type, customizations), I can help tailor the solution further.