How To Fix WFF_KW008 - No documents with guide &1 and version &2 exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFF_KW - Web Financials Forms: Knowledge Warehouse Connection

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No documents with guide &1 and version &2 exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFF_KW008 - No documents with guide &1 and version &2 exist ?

  The SAP error message:
  WFF_KW008 No documents with guide &1 and version &2 exist
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow, specifically when the system tries to find a workflow template (also called a workflow definition or workflow guide) with a particular name and version, but it cannot find any matching workflow.
  
  Cause
  
  The workflow template (guide) with the specified name (&1) and version (&2) does not exist in the system.
  The workflow might have been deleted, not yet created, or the version number specified is incorrect.
  The workflow repository might not be properly imported or activated.
  There could be a mismatch between the workflow name/version expected by the system and what is actually available.
  Sometimes, this error occurs if the workflow is transported but not properly imported or activated in the target system.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Workflow Template Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Search for the workflow template with the name and version mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if the workflow exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Activate the Workflow:
  
  If the workflow exists but is inactive, activate it.
  In SWDD, open the workflow and choose Activate.
  
  
  
  Check Version:
  
  Ensure that the version number specified in the error message matches the version of the workflow template.
  If the version does not exist, either create the required version or adjust the calling program/configuration to use an existing version.
  
  
  
  Import/Transport Issues:
  
  If the workflow was transported from another system, verify that the transport was successful.
  Re-import or activate the workflow in the target system if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Sometimes, the workflow is called dynamically via code or configuration.
  Verify the calling program or configuration to ensure it references the correct workflow name and version.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Workflow:
  
  If the workflow is missing, recreate it or restore it from a backup or transport.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder (to view and edit workflows)
  SWU3 - Workflow Customizing (to check workflow configuration)
  SWI1 - Workflow Log (to analyze workflow errors)
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Runtime Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow template issues or transport problems.
  For example, SAP Note 108011 or others related to workflow template activation.
  
  
  
  Workflow Versions:
  
  Workflow templates can have multiple versions.
  The system can be configured to use a specific version or the latest active version.
  
  
  
  Dynamic Workflow Calls:
  
  If the workflow is called dynamically (e.g., via function modules like SAP_WAPI_START_WORKFLOW), ensure the parameters passed are correct.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow template with specified name & version does not exist or is inactive.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify existence and activation of workflow in SWDD; check version; fix transport issues.
  
  
  Related
  Use SWDD, SWU3, SWI1; check SAP Notes; verify dynamic calls and workflow configuration.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact workflow name and version from the error message, I can help you with more specific steps.