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

SWF_FLEX_DEF071 - Overview

• 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF071 - Condition uses local container element &. Can't be used for start. ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF071 indicates that there is an issue with the use of a local container element in a workflow definition. Specifically, it suggests that a condition is trying to use a local container element that cannot be utilized for the start of the workflow.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  A local container element is defined in a workflow but is being referenced in a condition that is evaluated at the start of the workflow.
  Local container elements are not accessible at the start of the workflow because they are only available during the execution of specific steps or tasks within the workflow.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Workflow Definition:
  
  Check the workflow definition where the error occurs. Identify the condition that is using the local container element.
  
  
  
  Modify the Condition:
  
  If the condition is using a local container element, consider changing it to use a global container element