How To Fix FDT_BRS217 - Container mismatch possible: Run 'Update Workflow Container'

FDT_BRS217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_BRS - BRFplus Business Rule Services

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Container mismatch possible: Run 'Update Workflow Container'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_BRS217 - Container mismatch possible: Run 'Update Workflow Container' ?

  The SAP error message FDT_BRS217 indicates a "Container mismatch possible" issue, which typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow or Business Rules Framework (BRF+). This error suggests that there is a discrepancy between the expected data in the workflow container and the actual data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Container Mismatch: The workflow container may not have the expected values or structure that the workflow is trying to access. This can happen if the workflow was modified, or if there are changes in the data structure that are not reflected in the workflow.
  Changes in Data Types: If the data types of the variables in the workflow container have changed, it can lead to a mismatch.
  Workflow Modifications: If the workflow has been modified after it was initially created, and the changes were not properly propagated to the container, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FDT_BRS217 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Run 'Update Workflow