How To Fix WFRE_CON219 - 5.0 Table conversion error! Programm abort!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFRE_CON - Messages for SAP R/3 to SAP F&R Connection

• Message number: 219

• Message text: 5.0 Table conversion error! Programm abort!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFRE_CON219 - 5.0 Table conversion error! Programm abort! ?

  The SAP error message:
  WFRE_CON219 5.0 Table conversion error! Program abort!
  typically occurs during workflow runtime or workflow-related table conversion processes, especially when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the workflow container or related tables during a system upgrade, transport, or workflow execution.
  
  Cause
  
  Table Conversion Error: This error usually indicates that a table conversion program (often related to workflow container tables or workflow runtime tables) encountered inconsistent or unexpected data.
  Data Inconsistency: The workflow container or related workflow tables might have inconsistent or corrupted data.
  Version Mismatch: The error can occur if the workflow runtime environment or workflow container structure is not properly updated after an upgrade or patch.
  Transport Issues: Incomplete or incorrect transport of workflow objects or related tables can cause this error.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom workflow container elements or enhancements that do not match the expected structure can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Workflow Runtime and Container Tables:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Log) or SWI2_FREQ to analyze workflow errors.
  Check tables like SWWWIHEAD, SWWCONT, SWWWIHEAD, SWWLOGH, and related workflow runtime tables for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Run Workflow Table Conversion Programs:
  
  If this error occurs after an upgrade or patch, run the relevant SAP table conversion or upgrade programs for workflow.
  SAP Notes or upgrade guides often specify programs to convert workflow tables (e.g., RSWFI_CONVERT or similar).
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WFRE_CON219 or workflow table conversion errors.
  SAP Notes may provide specific instructions or patches to fix the issue.
  
  
  
  Re-import or Re-transport Workflow Objects:
  
  If the error is due to transport inconsistencies, re-import the workflow objects or transports related to workflow container definitions.
  
  
  
  Debug the Conversion Program:
  
  If you have access to the source code, debug the program that triggers the error to identify the exact cause of the table conversion failure.
  
  
  
  Restore from Backup:
  
  If the workflow runtime tables are corrupted, restoring from a backup or truncating and reinitializing workflow runtime tables (with caution) might be necessary.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the problem persists, raise a message with SAP Support including the workflow logs, system version, and steps to reproduce.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Workflow Runtime Tables: SWWWIHEAD, SWWCONT, SWWLOGH, SWWLOGI, SWWUSERWI
  Transactions: SWI1 (Workflow Log), SWI2_FREQ (Workflow Errors), SWU3 (Workflow Customizing)
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to workflow table conversion errors or WFRE_CON219.
  Upgrade/Support Package: Ensure all relevant workflow support packages and upgrade steps are applied.
  SAP Help Portal: Workflow administration and troubleshooting guides.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
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  Error
  WFRE_CON219 5.0 Table conversion error! Program abort!
  
  
  Cause
  Data inconsistency or mismatch in workflow container/runtime tables during conversion.
  
  
  Solution
  Check workflow tables, run conversion programs, apply SAP Notes, re-import transports.
  
  
  Tools
  SWI1, SWI2_FREQ, SWU3, debugging, SAP Notes search.
  
  
  When to Contact SAP
  If issue persists after standard troubleshooting and applying notes/patches.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, system version, transaction or program involved), I can help with more specific guidance.