How To Fix WL446 - Workflow &2 feedback from work item &1: Delete flag of WF instance is set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 446

• Message text: Workflow &2 feedback from work item &1: Delete flag of WF instance is set

What causes this issue?

Work item &V2& reports back to the completed workflow &V1&, which is to
be deleted. This indicates an inconsistency in the workflow status as a
completed workflow should not contain any confirmations.

System Response

The response message is ignored. The workflow remains marked for
deletion.

How to fix this error?

If the workflow has actually been completed, the work item reported may
not have been deleted when the workflow was completed due to a system
error (for example, communications connection interrupted).
If the workflow was marked as deleted/to be deleted by mistake, remove
the delete flag. Then continue the workflow.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL446 - Workflow &2 feedback from work item &1: Delete flag of WF instance is set ?

  The SAP error message WL446 indicates that there is an issue with a workflow instance in SAP. Specifically, the message states that the delete flag of the workflow instance is set, which means that the workflow is marked for deletion and cannot be processed further. This can occur for various reasons, such as a manual intervention or a system error.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The workflow instance may have been manually marked for deletion by a user or administrator.
  System Error: An error in the workflow processing could have led to the workflow being flagged for deletion.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the workflow configuration or the underlying business process that led to this state.
  Workflow Termination: The workflow might have been terminated due to an error or a specific condition being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Instance: Use transaction code SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_DIAG (Workflow Diagnosis) to check the status of the workflow instance. Look for any errors or messages that might indicate why the instance is marked for deletion.
  Review Workflow Logs: Check the workflow logs for any error messages or warnings that could provide insight into why the workflow is in this state.
  Remove Delete Flag: If appropriate, you may be able to remove the delete flag from the workflow instance. This typically requires administrative access and should be done with caution.
  Reprocess the Workflow: If the workflow instance is still needed, you may need to reprocess it or create a new instance of the workflow.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1, SWI2, SWI6 (for workflow monitoring), and SWU3 (for workflow configuration).
  Workflow Configuration: Ensure that the workflow is correctly configured and that all necessary steps and conditions are properly defined.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to manage workflows and work items.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to workflow issues, as they may provide specific fixes or patches for known problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue related to the WL446 error message in SAP.