How To Fix WL596 - Error in archiving class WORKITEM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 596

• Message text: Error in archiving class WORKITEM

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

A temporary error occurred when reading or deleting the archived work
item.

How to fix this error?

Execute the function again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL596 - Error in archiving class WORKITEM ?

  The SAP error message WL596, which states "Error in archiving class WORKITEM," typically occurs during the archiving process of work items in SAP Business Workflow. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the archiving object.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The archiving class for work items may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent successful archiving.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or issues with the archiving object itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the archiving class WORKITEM in transaction code SARA.
  Ensure that the archiving object is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Analyze Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for more detailed error messages. You can use transaction code SLG1 to view the logs related to archiving.
  Look for any specific error messages that can provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the work item data to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction code SWI1 to analyze work items.
  If inconsistencies are found, resolve them before attempting to archive again.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error details and any logs you have collected.
  
  
  
  Test in Development:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to troubleshoot without affecting the production system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Application Log
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for archiving work items and the specific archiving object related to workflows.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the WL596 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WL596 error and implement a solution to resolve it.