How To Fix WS804 - Error creating workflow

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Error creating workflow

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS804 - Error creating workflow ?

  The SAP error message WS804 - Error creating workflow typically occurs when there is a problem during the creation or instantiation of a workflow instance. This error can be caused by various issues related to workflow configuration, authorization, or system inconsistencies.
  
  Cause of WS804 Error
  
  
  Incorrect or Missing Workflow Template
  The workflow template (WS object) specified for the workflow instance might be incorrect, inactive, or missing.
  
  
  Authorization Issues
  The user or system trying to create the workflow instance may lack the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Incorrect Workflow Container or Binding
  The workflow container elements or binding parameters might be incorrect or incomplete, causing the workflow creation to fail.
  
  
  System or Client Inconsistencies
  Transport or system inconsistencies, such as missing objects or incorrect versions of workflow components.
  
  
  Technical Issues in Workflow Runtime
  Problems in the workflow runtime environment, such as missing or inconsistent workflow tasks, agents, or event linkage.
  
  
  
  How to Analyze and Solve WS804
  
  
  Check Workflow Template (WS Object)
  
  Use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to verify