How To Fix W8700 - Enter the business object type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 700

• Message text: Enter the business object type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8700 - Enter the business object type ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W8700 - Enter the business object type
  
  Cause:
  This warning message appears when a required field for the Business Object Type is not filled in during a transaction or process that involves Business Object Repository (BOR) objects. SAP expects the user or the program to specify the type of business object to proceed, but this information is missing.
  Typically, this happens in scenarios such as:
  
  When creating or processing business objects via transactions or custom programs.
  When using BAPIs or workflows that require the business object type as input.
  When the system cannot determine the business object type automatically and requires manual input.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Business Object Type:
  
  In the screen or input field where the message appears, provide the correct business object type. Business object types are usually alphanumeric codes representing SAP business objects, e.g., BUS1001 for a sales order, BUS2081 for a purchase order, etc.
  
  
  Check the Context:
  
  Identify which business object is relevant to your process and enter the corresponding object type.
  
  
  Verify Custom Code or Configuration:
  
  If this message appears during a custom development or workflow, ensure that the business object type is correctly passed or determined in the code or configuration.
  
  
  Use SAP Tools to Find Business Object Types:
  
  You can use transaction SWO1 (Business Object Builder) to search and verify the correct business object type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SWO1: Business Object Builder — to view and manage business objects.
  BAPI Calls: Many BAPIs require the business object type as a parameter.
  Workflows: Workflow steps often require business object types to trigger or process tasks.
  SAP Help: Refer to SAP documentation on BOR and business objects for detailed understanding.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Message W8700 is a prompt to enter the business object type.
  It occurs when the system requires this information but it is missing.
  Solution is to provide the correct business object type in the input field.
  Use transaction SWO1 or SAP documentation to find the correct object type.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this message appears, I can help with more specific guidance.