How To Fix WZ857 - Work item has no step linked to a task

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 857

• Message text: Work item has no step linked to a task

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ857 - Work item has no step linked to a task ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WZ857 - Work item has no step linked to a task
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when a work item is created or processed, but the system cannot find a corresponding step linked to the task in the workflow definition. Essentially, the workflow runtime is trying to process a work item, but the workflow container or task configuration is inconsistent or incomplete, leading to a missing link between the work item and its step.
  Common causes include:
  
  The workflow definition has been changed or transported incorrectly, causing inconsistencies.
  The task assigned to the work item is not properly linked to any step in the workflow.
  The workflow version or task version mismatch.
  Corruption or inconsistency in the workflow runtime tables.
  Custom workflow or task modifications that did not maintain proper links.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WZ857 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to open the workflow.
  Verify that all tasks are properly linked