How To Fix WD298 - Search only possible for task texts or with object types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 298

• Message text: Search only possible for task texts or with object types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD298 - Search only possible for task texts or with object types ?

  The SAP error message WD298: "Search only possible for task texts or with object types" typically occurs in the context of Web Dynpro applications, especially when dealing with task or workflow-related search functionalities.
  
  Cause
  This error arises because the search functionality you are trying to use is restricted to either:
  
  Searching within task texts, or
  Searching using specific object types.
  
  If you attempt to perform a search that does not conform to these criteria (for example, searching in fields or contexts that are not task texts or not linked to valid object types), the system throws this error.
  In other words, the search mechanism in the Web Dynpro component or workflow task interface is designed to work only with certain data scopes (task texts or object types). Using it outside these scopes is not supported.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When using the search help or search function in Web Dynpro applications related to workflow tasks.
  When trying to perform a search on fields that are not configured or allowed for search.
  When the search context is incorrectly set or missing required parameters (like object type).
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Search Context:
  
  Ensure that the search is performed either on task texts or on fields linked to valid object types.
  Verify the configuration of the search help or search function in the Web Dynpro component or workflow task UI.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Search Parameters:
  
  If you are a developer or consultant, review the code or configuration where the search is triggered.
  Make sure the search criteria or input parameters specify either task texts or valid object types.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Search Helps:
  
  Use standard or custom search helps that are designed for the specific object types or task texts.
  Avoid using generic or unsupported search helps in this context.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow or Web Dynpro Configuration:
  
  If this error occurs in a workflow task UI, check the task definition and the associated Web Dynpro component.
  Confirm that the search functionality is implemented according to SAP best practices.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes if the problem persists, as there might be patches or corrections related to this error.
  Example SAP Note keywords: "WD298", "search only possible for task texts or with object types", "Web Dynpro search error".
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Web Dynpro for ABAP: The error is related to the search functionality within Web Dynpro applications.
  Workflow Tasks: Often appears when searching within workflow task UIs.
  Search Helps (F4 Help): The error is linked to the use of search helps that are restricted to certain data types.
  SAP Forums and OSS Notes: Useful resources for troubleshooting this error.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WD298: Search only possible for task texts or with object types
  
  
  Cause
  Search attempted outside allowed contexts (task texts or object types)
  
  
  Solution
  Restrict search to task texts or valid object types; check search help and parameters
  
  
  Context
  Web Dynpro applications, workflow task UIs, search helps
  
  
  Further Help
  SAP Notes, SAP Community, debugging Web Dynpro search implementation
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more details about where and how the error occurs (e.g., specific transaction, Web Dynpro application, or custom development), I can help with more targeted advice.