How To Fix WA638 - Type linkage & & for &: Indicator for type linkage not deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Type linkage & & for &: Indicator for type linkage not deleted

What causes this issue?

The indicator denoting that the specified linkage from object type and
event to receiver type is a
<DS:GLOS.3526B0E3AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>type linkage</> cannot be
deleted.

System Response

The action was aborted and the indicator remains unchanged. Only if the
indiator is NOT set, is the linkage interpreted as an
<DS:GLOS.3526B0F4AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>instance linkage</>.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE NA_WF-ADMINISTRATOR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Check whether the specified linkage exists.
INCLUDE WF_NA_EVENT_GLOBAL_FLAG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA638 - Type linkage & & for &: Indicator for type linkage not deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WA638 Type linkage & & for &: Indicator for type linkage not deleted
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to delete or modify a type linkage in the ABAP Dictionary, but the system cannot delete the indicator for the type linkage because it is still in use or linked elsewhere.
  
  Type linkage refers to the relationship or link between data types in the ABAP Dictionary.
  The system maintains indicators (flags) to manage these linkages.
  If you attempt to delete a type linkage indicator that is still referenced by other objects (like data elements, structures, or tables), the system prevents the deletion and raises this error.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When deleting or changing data elements, structures, or table types that have dependent type linkages.
  When trying to clean up or modify dictionary objects that are still referenced by other dictionary objects.
  During transport or activation of dictionary objects with inconsistent or incomplete type linkage information.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check dependencies:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the object (data element, structure, or table) involved.
  Use the Where-Used List (F3 or menu option) to find all objects that reference the type linkage.
  Ensure that all dependent objects are either deleted or adjusted to remove the linkage.
  
  
  
  Delete dependent objects first:
  
  If the type linkage is still referenced, delete or adjust those dependent objects before deleting the type linkage indicator.
  
  
  
  Recreate or adjust the type linkage:
  
  Sometimes, inconsistencies occur due to incomplete changes.
  Try to recreate or adjust the type linkage properly via SE11.
  
  
  
  Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility):
  
  Sometimes, database inconsistencies cause this error.
  Use SE14 to check and adjust the database objects related to the dictionary objects.
  
  
  
  Check transport requests:
  
  If the error occurs during transport, ensure that all related objects are included in the transport request.
  Import the transport requests in the correct sequence.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known bugs related to this error.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing details of the objects involved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE11: ABAP Dictionary maintenance.
  Transaction SE14: Database utility for dictionary objects.
  Where-Used List: To find dependencies.
  SAP Help Portal: For detailed documentation on data elements, structures, and type linkages.
  SAP Notes: Search for message WA638 for any specific patches or corrections.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WA638 indicates that the system cannot delete a type linkage indicator because it is still referenced by other dictionary objects. To resolve it, identify and remove or adjust all dependent objects before deleting the linkage. Use SE11 and SE14 to analyze and fix the issue.
  
  If you provide the exact context or object names, I can help you with more specific steps!