How To Fix WO359 - Workflow Wizard successfully completed - no restart possible


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  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 359

  • Message text: Workflow Wizard successfully completed - no restart possible

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WO359 - Workflow Wizard successfully completed - no restart possible ?

    The SAP error message "WO359 Workflow Wizard successfully completed - no restart possible" typically indicates that a workflow process has been completed, but it cannot be restarted due to certain conditions. This message is often encountered in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where workflows are used to automate business processes.

    Cause:

    1. Workflow Completion: The workflow has reached a terminal state, meaning all tasks have been completed, and the workflow instance is no longer active.
    2. No Restart Configuration: The workflow may not be configured to allow restarts after completion. This can be due to settings in the workflow definition or the specific instance of the workflow.
    3. Error Handling: If the workflow was designed to handle errors in a specific way, it may have completed without allowing for a restart.
    4. System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent the workflow from being restarted.

    Solution:

    1. Review Workflow Definition: Check the workflow definition in the SAP Business Workflow (transaction SWDD) to see if it allows for restarts. You may need to modify the workflow to enable this feature.
    2. Create a New Instance: If the workflow cannot be restarted, you may need to create a new instance of the workflow to handle the required tasks.
    3. Check Workflow Logs: Use transaction SWI1 to check the workflow logs for any additional information or errors that may provide insight into why the workflow cannot be restarted.
    4. Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow you are working with to understand any limitations or configurations that may affect restartability.
    5. Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWDD (Workflow Builder), SWI1 (Work Item Selection), and SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection for Repeating Tasks).
    • Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2 to monitor workflow instances and their statuses.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to workflow restarts or the error message WO359.
    • Training and Documentation: Consider training or documentation on SAP Business Workflow to better understand how workflows are designed and managed.

    By following these steps, you should be able to address the issue related to the WO359 error message in SAP.

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