How To Fix SWI_TASK_ANALYSIS002 - Specify an object type for the event

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWI_TASK_ANALYSIS - Messages for Task Analysis

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Specify an object type for the event

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWI_TASK_ANALYSIS002 - Specify an object type for the event ?

  The SAP error message SWI_TASK_ANALYSIS002 ("Specify an object type for the event") typically occurs in the context of workflow management in SAP. This error indicates that an event is being triggered without a specified object type, which is necessary for the workflow to process the event correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Type: The event that is being triggered does not have an associated object type defined. In SAP workflows, events are linked to specific business objects, and if this linkage is missing, the system cannot process the event.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow settings or in the event linkage to the object type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom workflows or events, they may not have been properly defined or linked to the necessary object types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Event Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWO1 (Business Object Builder) and check the event definition for the relevant business object.
  Ensure that the event is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate object type.
  
  
  
  Define Object Type:
  
  If the object type is missing, you will need to define it. This can be done in the Business Object Builder (SWO1) by creating or modifying the object type and ensuring that the event is associated with it.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Definitions:
  
  Use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to review the workflow definitions that are using the event. Ensure that the event is correctly configured to trigger the workflow and that it references the correct object type.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there is custom code involved, review it to ensure that it is correctly specifying the object type when triggering the event.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow to ensure that the event can be triggered successfully without the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection for Frequency
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for workflows and event handling for more detailed guidance on configuring events and object types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further investigation, as they may have additional insights or access to system logs that can help diagnose the problem.