How To Fix FP116 - Object & does not exist in workflow

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FP - Invoice Parking

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Object & does not exist in workflow

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FP116 - Object & does not exist in workflow ?

  The SAP error message FP116 ("Object & does not exist in workflow") typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow when the system is unable to find a specified object (such as a document, task, or business object) that is expected to be part of the workflow process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes of FP116 Error
  
  
  Object Deletion: The object that the workflow is trying to access may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Object ID: The object ID being referenced in the workflow may be incorrect or malformed.
  
  
  Workflow Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the workflow configuration, such as missing or incorrect settings in the workflow definition.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified object.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the workflow from recognizing the object.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, there may be missing dependencies or objects that were not transported correctly.
  
  
  Solutions to FP116 Error
  
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for database tables, SE80 for development objects).
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow definition and ensure that all necessary objects are correctly defined and linked. Use transaction SWDD to access the workflow builder.
  
  
  Correct Object ID: Ensure that the object ID being referenced is correct. If it is being passed dynamically, check the logic that generates this ID.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure that there are no inconsistencies that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the workflow was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to identify where the error is occurring. You can use transaction SWI1 to analyze workflow instances and see the detailed logs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Overview
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FP116 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on workflows for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FP116 error and implement a solution to resolve it.