How To Fix SWRD050 - Container element &: Data type & is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWRD - Business Workflow: WAPI Interfaces of Definition

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Container element &: Data type & is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWRD050 - Container element &: Data type & is invalid ?

  The SAP error message SWRD050 indicates that there is an issue with a container element in a workflow. Specifically, it suggests that the data type of the container element is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when working with workflow definitions in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Type: The container element is defined with a data type that is not recognized or is incompatible with the expected data type.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the name of the container element or its data type.
  Missing Data Type Definition: The data type may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted or modified.
  Inconsistent Data Types: The data type used in the workflow may not match the data type expected by the workflow step or activity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Container Element Definition:
  
  Go to the workflow definition in the SAP system.
  Verify the definition of the container element that is causing the error. Ensure that the data type is correctly defined and is valid.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the data type assigned to the container element is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  If the data type is a custom type, ensure that it is correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the names of the container elements and their data types for any typographical errors. Correct any mistakes found.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Steps:
  
  Review the workflow steps that use the container element. Ensure that they are compatible with the data type of the container element.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Container Element:
  
  If the issue persists, consider deleting the problematic container element and recreating it with the correct data type.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the workflow was transported from another system, ensure that all necessary objects, including data types, were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SWDD (Workflow Builder) to access and modify workflows.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for workflows and data types for more detailed information on how to define and manage them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.