How To Fix SWF_BND_001006 - Mandatory import element '&1' is not (explicitly) provided

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_BND_001 - Messages for workflow binding class

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Mandatory import element '&1' is not (explicitly) provided

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_BND_001006 - Mandatory import element '&1' is not (explicitly) provided ?

  The SAP error message SWF_BND_001006 indicates that a mandatory import element, which is required for a workflow or a function module, has not been provided. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with function modules that require specific input parameters.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Import Parameter: The workflow or function module you are trying to execute requires an import parameter that has not been supplied.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow might be incorrectly configured, leading to missing mandatory fields.
  Data Mapping Issues: If the workflow is supposed to receive data from another process or object, there might be an issue with how the data is being mapped or passed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Open the workflow definition in the SAP Business Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD).
  Identify the step that is causing the error and check the import parameters required for that step.
  
  
  
  Provide Missing Parameters:
  
  Ensure that all mandatory import parameters are provided in the workflow instance or function module call.
  If you are using a custom workflow, check the binding of the workflow to ensure that all necessary data is being passed correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Function Module:
  
  If the error is related to a function module, check the documentation for that function module to identify the mandatory import parameters.
  Ensure that the calling program or workflow is supplying all required parameters.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 to analyze the workflow instance and check for any runtime errors.
  You can also use transaction SWI2_FREQ to monitor the workflow and see where it might be failing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific workflow or function module to understand the required parameters better.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow or function module again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Workflow Monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar issues faced by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SWF_BND_001006 error in your SAP environment.