How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS424 - Container error: No active workflow plan variant available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Container error: No active workflow plan variant available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS424 - Container error: No active workflow plan variant available ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS424 indicates that there is a problem with the workflow plan variant in the context of the Flexible Data Import (FDI) framework. Specifically, it states that there is "No active workflow plan variant available." This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid workflow plan variant that is required for processing the data import.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Workflow Plan Variant: The specified workflow plan variant may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Inactive Workflow Plan: The workflow plan variant might exist but is not active or has been deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the workflow plan variant.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the FDI settings that prevent the system from recognizing the active workflow plan variant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Workflow Plan Variants:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., FDT_WF_PLAN) to check if the workflow plan variant exists.
  Ensure that the variant you are trying to use is active.
  
  
  
  Activate the Workflow Plan Variant:
  
  If the variant is inactive, activate it through the appropriate transaction or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Create a New Workflow Plan Variant:
  
  If the required variant does not exist, you may need to create a new workflow plan variant that meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the workflow plan variant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the Flexible Data Import framework to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing workflow plan variants in the FDI framework.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FDT_WF_PLAN for managing workflow plans.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FDT_EXPRESSIONS424 error message in SAP.