How To Fix SWF_XMP083 - Assign an object type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_XMP - Messages for XML Message Proxies

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Assign an object type

What causes this issue?

The definition has already entered an external key for identification.
Thus, this definition must also be assigned an object type.

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?

Enter the object types.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_XMP083 - Assign an object type ?

  The SAP error message SWF_XMP083, which states "Assign an object type," typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow when there is an issue with the assignment of an object type in a workflow definition. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as missing or incorrect object type assignments in the workflow configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Type: The workflow definition may reference an object type that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The object type may be incorrectly configured or not properly linked to the workflow.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object type.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, the object type may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the workflow definition in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Verify that all object types are correctly assigned and that there are no missing references.
  
  
  
  Define Object Type:
  
  If the object type is missing, you may need to create or define it in the system. This can be done in transaction SWO1 (Business Object Builder).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the object type is correctly configured and that all necessary attributes and methods are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the object type. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check).
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the workflow was transported, ensure that all related objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on workflows and object types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further investigation.