How To Fix WD318 - &% of workflow structure checked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 318

• Message text: &% of workflow structure checked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD318 - &% of workflow structure checked ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WD318 &% of workflow structure checked
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  The error message WD318 typically occurs during the processing or activation of a Web Dynpro application or component that involves workflow integration. The message indicates that a certain percentage (&% is a placeholder for the actual number) of the workflow structure has been checked, but there is an issue related to the workflow structure or its integration.
  More specifically, this error often arises when:
  
  The workflow structure (such as tasks, container elements, or binding) is incomplete or inconsistent.
  There is a mismatch or missing elements in the workflow container or context nodes.
  The workflow is not properly linked or activated in the Web Dynpro component.
  The workflow definition or the Web Dynpro component is corrupted or not fully generated.
  There are inconsistencies in the workflow tasks or the workflow is not properly imported or activated.
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the WD318 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Activation:
  
  Ensure that the workflow involved is fully activated in the SAP Workflow Builder (transaction SWDD).
  Activate all relevant tasks and sub-workflows.
  
  
  
  Verify Workflow Structure:
  
  Open the workflow in SWDD and check the container elements.
  Make sure all required container elements are correctly defined and mapped.
  Check for missing or inconsistent container elements or context nodes.
  
  
  
  Check Web Dynpro Component:
  
  In the Web Dynpro component, verify the workflow integration.
  Check the binding between the Web Dynpro context and the workflow container.
  Regenerate or re-import the workflow if necessary.
  
  
  
  Re-generate or Re-activate Web Dynpro Application:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating the Web Dynpro component or application can resolve inconsistencies.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE24 to open the component and activate it.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or System Issues:
  
  If the workflow or Web Dynpro component was transported from another system, ensure all objects were transported correctly.
  Check for missing dependencies.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the problem persists, use the debugger to analyze where the workflow structure check fails.
  Look for detailed error logs in transaction SLG1 or system logs.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SE80 - Object Navigator (for Web Dynpro components)
  SE24 - Class Builder (if the workflow is integrated via classes)
  SLG1 - Application Log (to check detailed error logs)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to Web Dynpro and workflow integration errors.
  Sometimes, specific patches or corrections are available for known issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Web Dynpro and Workflow integration.
  SAP Workflow Management guides.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WD318 &% of workflow structure checked
  
  
  Cause
  Incomplete or inconsistent workflow structure; missing or mismatched container elements.
  
  
  Solution
  Activate workflow/tasks, verify container elements, check Web Dynpro bindings, re-activate components.
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  SWDD, SE80, SE24, SLG1
  
  
  Additional
  Check SAP Notes and logs for detailed info.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or the full error message text (including the % value or additional text), I can help you with a more precise diagnosis.