How To Fix SPPF_MEDIA_CRM012 - BOR object type not specified in container of workflow template

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_MEDIA_CRM - PPF: Message Class for New Media (CRM)

• Message number: 012

• Message text: BOR object type not specified in container of workflow template

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA_CRM012 - BOR object type not specified in container of workflow template ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA_CRM012 indicates that there is an issue with a workflow template in the SAP system, specifically related to a BOR (Business Object Repository) object type not being specified in the container of the workflow template. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where workflows are defined to automate business processes.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Object Type: The workflow template is trying to reference a BOR object type that has not been defined or is missing in the workflow container.
  Incorrect Configuration: The workflow template may have been incorrectly configured, leading to the absence of necessary object types in the container.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow template was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing definitions.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the versions of the workflow template and the underlying BOR object types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Template:
  
  Go to the workflow template in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Verify that all necessary BOR object types are correctly defined in the workflow container.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Object Types:
  
  If you identify that a BOR object type is missing, you can add it to the workflow container.
  Ensure that the object type is correctly defined in the Business Object Repository (transaction SWO1).
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Steps:
  
  Check the steps in the workflow to ensure that they are correctly referencing the defined object types.
  Make sure that any method calls or events are correctly linked to the appropriate BOR object types.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the workflow template was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Ensure that all dependent objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow to ensure that it executes without errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow template and BOR object types for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SPPF_MEDIA_CRM012 error in your SAP system.