How To Fix WL581 - Runtime system Customizing data cannot be written

WL581 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 581

• Message text: Runtime system Customizing data cannot be written

What causes this issue?

The table SWP_ADMIN contains cross-client Customizing data for the
workflow runtime system. It could not be updated.

How to fix this error?

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

INCLUDE NA_WF-ADMINISTRATOR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

There are database problems.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL581 - Runtime system Customizing data cannot be written ?

  The SAP error message WL581, which states "Runtime system Customizing data cannot be written," typically occurs when there are issues related to the configuration or customization of the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Workflow or Business Process Management (BPM) components.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to write or modify the customizing data.
  Locking Issues: The customizing data might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes from being made.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport environment, there may be issues with the transport layer that prevent changes from being saved.
  Configuration Errors: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the configuration settings that are preventing the system from writing the data.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or bugs that are causing the issue.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the customizing data. This can