How To Fix WL436 - Start workflow '&' no. & vers.&: SWP_HEADER could not be created

WL436 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WL - Workflow: run-time messages

• Message number: 436

• Message text: Start workflow '&' no. & vers.&: SWP_HEADER could not be created

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_WF-ADMINISTRATOR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL436 - Start workflow '&' no. & vers.&: SWP_HEADER could not be created ?

  The SAP error message WL436 indicates that there was an issue with starting a workflow due to the inability to create a workflow header (SWP_HEADER). This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Workflow Definition: The workflow definition you are trying to start may not exist or may not be activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to start the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to create a workflow header.
  Incorrect Workflow Parameters: The parameters being passed to the workflow may be incorrect or incomplete.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the workflow environment or related components.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the creation of the workflow header.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Ensure that the workflow definition exists and is activated. You can check this in the Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD).
  Verify that the