How To Fix WO220 - Workflow definition & could not be found in the database


WO220 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WO - WF: Messages for Workflow Wizards

  • Message number: 220

  • Message text: Workflow definition & could not be found in the database

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  • What causes this issue?

    The system tried to read the Workflow definition with the ID number
    &V1& from the database. However, the definition could not be found.

    System Response

    The Workflow definition &V1& was not found in the database.

    How to fix this error?

    Please ensure you have entered the correct ID number.

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


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WO220 - Details

  • The SAP error message WO220 indicates that a specific workflow definition could not be found in the database. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow when the system is unable to locate the workflow definition that is required to execute a particular process.
    Causes of WO220 Error
    
    Missing Workflow Definition: The workflow definition may not have been created or activated in the system.
    Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
    Incorrect Workflow ID: The workflow ID being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the workflow definition.
    Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the workflow definitions from being retrieved.
    
    Solutions to WO220 Error
    
    
    Check Workflow Definition:
    
    Go to transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) and verify if the workflow definition exists.
    If it does not

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