How To Fix SWF_BND_001120 - Invalid parameterization of 'REFRESH' method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_BND_001 - Messages for workflow binding class

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Invalid parameterization of 'REFRESH' method

What causes this issue?

You have called method <AB>REFRESH</> in the binding editor (class
<AB>CL_SWF_BND_EDIT_CONTROL</>). Here, the display mode is to be
changed to a way that is not supported: The binding time is to be
changed from &V1& to &V2&.

System Response

This change is not technically possible, the method was canceled with
the exception available.

How to fix this error?

The binding editor must be instantiated again for the mode change
required (method <AB>CREATE</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_BND_001120 - Invalid parameterization of 'REFRESH' method ?

  The SAP error message SWF_BND_001120 indicates that there is an issue with the parameterization of the 'REFRESH' method in a workflow. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow when the method is not correctly defined or when the parameters being passed to the method do not match the expected format or type.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Method Signature: The method 'REFRESH' may not be defined correctly in the workflow or the associated class. This includes issues like missing parameters, incorrect data types, or mismatched parameter names.
  
  
  Workflow Configuration Issues: The workflow might not be configured properly, leading to incorrect calls to the 'REFRESH' method.
  
  
  Changes in the Underlying Object: If the underlying object or class that contains the 'REFRESH' method has been changed (e.g., through an upgrade or modification), it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the method.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SWF_BND_001120 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Method Definition:
  
  Go to the class or function module where the 'REFRESH' method is defined.
  Verify that the method signature matches what is expected in the workflow. Ensure that all parameters are correctly defined and that their types are appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Open the workflow definition in the SAP Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD).
  Check the binding of the 'REFRESH' method to ensure that the parameters are correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Test the Method Independently:
  
  If possible, test the 'REFRESH' method independently in a development environment to ensure it works as expected without the workflow context.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  Review any recent changes made to the class or method. If there have been changes, ensure that the workflow is updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to call the 'REFRESH' method.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to trace the execution and identify where the parameterization is failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection by Frequency
  SWI2_DURA: Work Item Selection by Duration
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for workflows and method definitions for more detailed information on how to define and use methods in workflows.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the 'REFRESH' method or the specific workflow you are working with.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SWF_BND_001120 error in your SAP environment.