How To Fix WZ316 - Work item & cannot be completed in its current state

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Work item & cannot be completed in its current state

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ316 - Work item & cannot be completed in its current state ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WZ316 – Work item & cannot be completed in its current state
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to complete or process a workflow work item that is not in a state allowing completion. Typically, the work item might be:
  
  Already completed or deleted.
  In a status that does not permit the requested action (e.g., it might be in a "created" or "in process" state but not ready for completion).
  Locked or currently being processed by another user or system process.
  Corrupted or inconsistent due to workflow runtime errors or system issues.
  
  In other words, the workflow engine prevents the completion of the work item because its current status or state does not allow the requested operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Work Item Status:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI5 (Work Item Display) to check the current status of the work item.
  Confirm if the work item is already completed, deleted, or in an inconsistent state.
  
  
  
  Reset or Restart