How To Fix WA641 - Type linkage betw. & & and &: Exception & when inserting transport object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 641

• Message text: Type linkage betw. & & and &: Exception & when inserting transport object

What causes this issue?

The specified exception was initiated for the specified type linkage
between the object type and event and the specified receiver type when
the transport object was inserted.

System Response

The action was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_WF-ADMINISTRATOR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA641 - Type linkage betw. & & and &: Exception & when inserting transport object ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WA641 Type linkage betw. & & and &: Exception & when inserting transport object
  
  1. Cause
  This error typically occurs during the import or insertion of a transport object into the SAP system. The message indicates a problem with the type linkage between objects involved in the transport. Specifically:
  
  The system detects an inconsistency or conflict in the type linkage (relationship or dependency) between the involved objects.
  This can happen if the transport contains objects that reference each other in a way that is not consistent or allowed.
  It may also occur if the transport tries to insert an object that depends on another object which is missing, outdated, or incompatible in the target system.
  Sometimes, this error arises due to corrupted transport files or inconsistencies in the transport buffer.
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Dependencies:
  
  Verify that all dependent objects are included in the transport request. Missing dependencies can cause linkage errors.
  
  
  Import Sequence:
  
  Ensure that transports are imported in the correct sequence, especially if there are dependencies between transports.
  
  
  Transport Buffer Refresh:
  
  Sometimes, refreshing the transport buffer helps. Use transaction STMS and choose the option to refresh the transport buffer.
  
  
  Check Object Consistency:
  
  Use tools like SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to check the consistency of the transport request and the objects it contains.
  
  
  Recreate Transport Request:
  
  If the transport request is corrupted, try to recreate it by re-exporting the objects.
  
  
  Check for System Patches/Notes:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or corrections for known transport issues.
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have development access, debugging the import process can help identify the exact cause of the linkage exception.
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  STMS: Transport Management System  
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools  
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer (to view and manage transport requests)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to message WA641 or transport errors involving type linkage.
  
  
  Common Scenarios:  
  
  Transporting dictionary objects (DDIC) with dependencies.  
  Transporting objects across different SAP releases or support package levels.  
  Importing transports after system upgrades or patches.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact parameters (& placeholders) from the error message, I can help interpret the specific objects involved.
  
  Summary:
  
  The WA641 error indicates a problem with the type linkage between objects during transport import. The solution involves checking dependencies, import sequence, transport buffer, and possibly recreating the transport request.
  
  If you need further assistance, please share the exact error message with parameters or the transport request details.