How To Fix WRF_ART_DISCONT016 - Error deleting worklist &1 "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ART_DISCONT - Messages for Article Discontinuation: Fashion

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Error deleting worklist &1 "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ART_DISCONT016 - Error deleting worklist &1 "&2" ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_ART_DISCONT016 Error deleting worklist &1 "&2"
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a worklist in SAP Workflow, but the deletion fails due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  The worklist is currently in use or locked by another user or process.
  The worklist contains active or incomplete workflow tasks that prevent deletion.
  There are inconsistencies or data integrity issues in the workflow tables related to the worklist.
  Insufficient authorizations to delete the worklist.
  The worklist might be referenced by other workflow objects or processes, preventing its deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Worklist Status:
  
  Verify if the worklist is currently being processed or locked.
  Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI5 (Work Item Display) to check for active tasks in the worklist.
  
  
  
  Complete or Delete Active Tasks:
  
  If there are active tasks, complete or delete them if appropriate.
  Use transaction SWIA (Work Item Administration) to manage work items.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Worklist:
  
  If the worklist is locked, identify the locking user or process and release the lock.
  Use transaction SM12 to check for lock entries related to the worklist and delete them if safe.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user attempting the deletion has the necessary authorizations for workflow administration.
  
  
  
  Check for Workflow Inconsistencies:
  
  Run workflow consistency checks using transaction SWU_CHECK or SWU_OBUF.
  Repair any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Delete Worklist via Standard Tools:
  
  Use transaction SWI2_FREQ or SWI2_DIAG to analyze and delete problematic worklists.
  Alternatively, use report RSWWORKLIST_DELETE to delete worklists safely.
  
  
  
  Check for References:
  
  Ensure the worklist is not referenced by other workflows or objects.
  If referenced, remove or update those references before deletion.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the error message or component BC-WF (Business Workflow).
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWI1 - Work Item Selection
  SWIA - Work Item Administration
  SWI5 - Work Item Display
  SM12 - Lock Entries
  SWU_CHECK - Workflow Consistency Check
  SWI2_FREQ - Frequent Work Items
  SWI2_DIAG - Workflow Diagnostics
  
  
  
  Reports:
  
  RSWWORKLIST_DELETE - Delete Worklists
  
  
  
  SAP Component: BC-WF (Business Workflow)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Service Marketplace for notes related to WRF_ART_DISCONT016 or workflow deletion issues.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact worklist ID and context, more specific guidance can be given.