How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS407 - Unable to make the workflow container "persistent"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Unable to make the workflow container "persistent"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS407 - Unable to make the workflow container "persistent" ?

  The SAP error message:
  WGDS_PROCESS407: Unable to make the workflow container "persistent"
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs during the processing of a workflow when the system tries to save (persist) the workflow container data to the database but fails. The workflow container is a structure that holds all the data objects (variables) used in the workflow instance.
  Common causes include:
  
  Data inconsistency or invalid data in the workflow container elements that prevent saving.
  Database issues such as locks, missing tables, or authorization problems.
  Incorrect or missing object definitions in the container.
  Custom container elements that are not properly defined or have incompatible data types.
  Transport or system inconsistencies where the workflow definition and container structure do not match the runtime environment.
  Memory or system resource issues that prevent the persistence operation.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WGDS_PROCESS407 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Workflow Container Definition:
  
  Verify that all container elements are correctly defined in the workflow.
  Ensure that the data types of container elements are consistent and supported.
  If custom container elements are used, confirm that their definitions are transported correctly and exist in the target system.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Workflow Log and Trace:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Log) to check the detailed error messages and context.
  Use transaction SWI2_DIAG or ST22 (short dumps) to find related dumps or errors.
  Check for any ABAP short dumps related to the workflow container persistence.
  
  
  
  Check Database and Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the database tables related to workflows (e.g., SWWWIHEAD, SWWCONT, etc.) are accessible and not locked.
  Verify that the user running the workflow has the necessary authorizations to update workflow tables.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the workflow was recently transported, ensure that all related objects (workflow definitions, container elements, classes, function modules) are consistent.
  Re-import or re-activate the workflow if necessary.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the problem persists, debug the workflow container persistence process.
  Set breakpoints in the function modules or methods responsible for container persistence, such as SWW_WI_CONTAINER_SAVE.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WGDS_PROCESS407.
  For example, SAP Note 0000000 (replace with actual note number if found) might provide patches or corrections.
  Contact SAP Support if the issue cannot be resolved with the above steps.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Workflow Container: The container holds all the data objects used in a workflow instance. It must be saved to the database to maintain workflow state.
  Transactions:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  SWI2_DIAG - Workflow Diagnostics
  ST22 - ABAP Short Dumps
  
  
  Common Tables:
  
  SWWWIHEAD - Workflow Instance Header
  SWWCONT - Workflow Container Data
  
  
  Function Modules:
  
  SWW_WI_CONTAINER_SAVE - Saves the workflow container
  SWW_WI_CONTAINER_READ - Reads the workflow container
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, workflow type, recent changes), I can help with more specific guidance.