How To Fix WZ396 - No tag found for the object type (for example, workflow definition)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 396

• Message text: No tag found for the object type (for example, workflow definition)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ396 - No tag found for the object type (for example, workflow definition) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WZ396 No tag found for the object type (e.g., workflow definition)
  
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when the SAP system tries to find a "tag" (an internal identifier or metadata entry) for a specific object type, such as a workflow definition, but fails because the tag does not exist or is missing in the system's repository.
  In the context of SAP Workflow, a "tag" is an internal reference used to identify objects like workflow templates, tasks, or container elements. The absence of this tag usually means:
  
  The workflow object (e.g., workflow definition) has not been properly registered or activated.
  The workflow object has been deleted or corrupted.
  There is inconsistency or missing entries in the workflow repository tables.
  The system is trying to access an object that never existed or was incorrectly referenced.
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Trying to start or trigger a workflow that is not active or does not exist.
  Transporting workflow objects between systems and missing some