How To Fix WSFP_MESSAGE008 - The transfer of the following message was started: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSFP_MESSAGE - Message Class for Integrating In-Store Production

• Message number: 008

• Message text: The transfer of the following message was started: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSFP_MESSAGE008 - The transfer of the following message was started: &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WSFP_MESSAGE008:
  
  SAP Error Message: WSFP_MESSAGE008
  Message Text:
  
  The transfer of the following message was started: &1
  
  1. Cause
  This message is an informational message rather than an error or warning. It indicates that the transfer (sending) of a workflow message has been initiated successfully. The placeholder &1 is replaced by the actual message name or ID that is being transferred.
  In the context of SAP Workflow, this message appears in the system log or workflow log when a workflow message is being sent from one workflow container or task to another, or when a message is being passed between workflow steps or systems.
  In other words:  
  
  The system is notifying you that the workflow message transfer process has started.
  It is not an error but a status message indicating normal workflow operation.
  
  
  2. Solution
  Since this is an informational message, no corrective action is required. It simply confirms that the workflow message transfer has begun.
  If you are troubleshooting workflow issues and see this message, it means the message sending step is working as expected.
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Message Class: WSFP (Workflow Framework)
  
  
  Typical Scenario:
  
  When a workflow step triggers a message to be sent (e.g., to start another workflow, trigger an event, or send data), this message is logged.
  
  
  Where to see this message:  
  
  Workflow log (transaction SWI1, SWI2_FREQ, or SWI6)
  System log (SM21)
  Application log (SLG1), depending on configuration
  
  
  
  If you encounter issues with message transfer:  
  
  Check workflow container bindings.
  Verify that the receiving workflow or task is active and correctly configured.
  Check for any errors following this informational message.
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2 to analyze workflow steps and message status.
  
  
  
  Related SAP Notes:
  
  Usually, no specific SAP Note is required for this message since it is informational. However, if you experience problems with message transfer, SAP Notes related to workflow message errors or workflow runtime issues might be relevant.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  WSFP_MESSAGE008
  
  
  Type
  Informational (not an error)
  
  
  Meaning
  Workflow message transfer has started
  
  
  Cause
  Normal workflow operation
  
  
  Solution
  No action needed; message confirms transfer start
  
  
  Check
  Workflow logs if issues arise
  
  
  
  
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