How To Fix WZ162 - Workflow definition not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Workflow definition not activated

What causes this issue?

The workflow definition for the workflow task/workflow template is not
activated.

How to fix this error?

Activate the workflow definition in the Workflow Builder.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ162 - Workflow definition not activated ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WZ162 - Workflow definition not activated:
  
  Error Message
  WZ162: Workflow definition not activated
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to start or trigger a workflow in SAP, but the workflow definition you are referencing is not activated in the system. In SAP, workflows must be activated before they can be executed. Activation means the workflow is checked for consistency and then made available for runtime processing.
  Common reasons for this error include:
  
  The workflow was created or modified but not activated.
  The workflow was imported or transported but activation was not performed in the target system.
  The workflow definition was deleted or deactivated accidentally.
  You are referencing an incorrect or outdated workflow template.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error WZ162, you need to activate the workflow definition:
  
  
  Go to the Workflow Builder:
  
  Transaction code: SWDD
  
  
  
  Open the workflow definition:
  
  Enter the workflow template name that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Activate the workflow:
  
  In the Workflow Builder, choose