How To Fix SWF_BND_001113 - Container expected as source or target for this statement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_BND_001 - Messages for workflow binding class

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Container expected as source or target for this statement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_BND_001113 - Container expected as source or target for this statement ?

  The SAP error message SWF_BND_001113 indicates that there is an issue with the binding of a container in a workflow. Specifically, it suggests that a container is expected as a source or target for a particular statement, but it is not being provided correctly.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow when:
  
  A workflow step is trying to access a container element that is not defined or is incorrectly referenced.
  The workflow definition has a mismatch between the expected data types or structures.
  There may be a missing or incorrectly configured binding in the workflow.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Open the workflow in the SAP Business Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD).
  Review the workflow steps and ensure that all container elements are correctly defined and referenced.
  
  
  
  Verify Container Bindings:
  
  Ensure that the source and target bindings for the workflow steps are correctly set up.
  Check if the container elements used in the workflow are correctly defined in the workflow container.
  
  
  
  Data Types and Structures:
  
  Make sure that the data types of the container elements match the expected types in the workflow steps.
  If you are using custom data types, ensure they are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Test the Workflow:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the workflow to see if the error persists.
  Use the workflow log to trace the execution and identify any further issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the workflow elements and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue is still unresolved, consider debugging the workflow to identify the exact point of failure. You can use transaction SWI1 to analyze workflow instances and their execution.
  
  
  
  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 known issues related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the 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 SWF_BND_001113 error in your SAP workflow.