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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects
Message number: 703
Message text: Task started under work item ID &1 (current state: &2)
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WZ703
- Task started under work item ID &1 (current state: &2) ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WZ703:
SAP Error Message: WZ703
Message Text:
Task started under work item ID &1 (current state: &2)
1. Cause
This message typically occurs in the SAP Workflow environment. It indicates that a workflow task is being started or processed, but the work item (identified by the work item ID
&1
) is currently in a state (&2
) that does not allow the task to be started again or processed as expected.Common causes include:
To resolve this issue, consider the following steps:
Check Work Item Status:
Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI5 (Work Item Display) to check the status of the work item ID mentioned in the message. Confirm if the work item is already completed, canceled, or in an unexpected state.
Avoid Duplicate Processing:
Ensure that the task is not being started multiple times concurrently. If multiple users or processes are trying to start the same task, implement locking or synchronization mechanisms.
Restart or Reset Workflow:
If the workflow is stuck or inconsistent, you may need to restart the workflow or reset the work item status. This can be done via transaction SWU3 (Workflow Customizing) or by manually deleting and recreating the work item if appropriate.
Check Workflow Logs:
Use transaction SWI2_FREQ or SWI2_DIAG to analyze workflow logs and diagnose why the task is being started in an invalid state.
Review Custom Code:
If custom workflow tasks or user exits are involved, review the code to ensure that tasks are not being started multiple times or in an incorrect sequence.
SAP Notes and Support:
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Transactions:
Workflow Concepts:
SAP Notes:
Aspect | Details |
---|---|
Cause | Task started on a work item that is already in a non-startable state (e.g., completed). |
Solution | Check work item status, avoid duplicate starts, analyze workflow logs, and correct inconsistencies. |
Related | Transactions SWI1, SWI5, SWI2_FREQ, SWI2_DIAG; workflow concepts; SAP Notes. |
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