MIB_WORKFLOW002 - The Header of the workitem &1 cannot be found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MIB_WORKFLOW - MPAPPS: Workflow message class

• Message number: 002

• Message text: The Header of the workitem &1 cannot be found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MIB_WORKFLOW002 - The Header of the workitem &1 cannot be found. ?

  The SAP error message MIB_WORKFLOW002 indicates that the system is unable to find the header of a work item specified by the identifier &1. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where work items are used to manage tasks and processes.
  Cause:
  
  Work Item Deletion: The work item may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Work Item ID: The work item ID provided may be incorrect or malformed.
  Workflow Instance Issues: The workflow instance associated with the work item may have been terminated or is in an inconsistent state.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the work item.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the retrieval of the work item header.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Work Item ID: Check the work item ID to ensure it is correct. You can do this by looking it up in the workflow log or using transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview).
  Check Workflow Status: Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2 to check the status of the workflow instance. If the workflow has been terminated, you may need to restart it or handle it according to your business process.
  Review Deletion Logs: If the work item was deleted, check the logs to understand why it was removed. This may involve looking at the workflow configuration or any custom logic that may have been implemented.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the work item. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Database Consistency: If you suspect a database issue, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your database administrator to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  Recreate Work Item: If the work item is critical and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it manually or through a process that generates it again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2: Work Item Overview
  SWI6: Workflow Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration in transaction SWDD to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further assistance.