How To Fix SWF_FLEX_DEF071 - Condition uses local container element &. Can't be used for start.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_DEF -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Condition uses local container element &. Can't be used for start.

What causes this issue?

Start condition can use importing or changing parameter of workflow
container only. Your condition refers at least one element of local
workflow container.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Clear start condition flag. Change your condition first and remove all
lines which refer to local workflow container elements. Then you can use
it for start condition. Set the flag again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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