How To Fix WD323 - Task does not reference any workflow versions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 323

• Message text: Task does not reference any workflow versions

What causes this issue?

You have entered a task that doesn't include workflow definitions.

System Response

The task cannot be loaded.

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.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD323 - Task does not reference any workflow versions ?

  The SAP error message WD323: "Task does not reference any workflow versions" typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro ABAP and SAP Business Workflow integration. This error indicates that a workflow task (used in the Web Dynpro application or workflow configuration) is not linked to any active workflow version.
  
  Cause
  
  The workflow task you are trying to use or trigger does not have any active workflow versions assigned to it.
  The task might have been created but not assigned to any workflow template or the workflow version is inactive.
  The workflow version might have been deleted or not yet released.
  There could be a mismatch or missing assignment between the task and the workflow version in the workflow builder (transaction SWDD).
  
  
  Explanation
  In SAP Business Workflow, a task is an object that represents a unit of work. Tasks are assigned to workflow templates (versions). When a workflow is started, it references the task versions. If no workflow version references the task, the system cannot find a valid workflow to execute, resulting in this error.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Task Assignment in Workflow Builder (SWDD):
  
  Go to transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Open the workflow template(s) that should use the task.
  Verify that the task is included in the workflow steps.
  Ensure the workflow version is active (released).
  
  
  
  Activate or Create Workflow Version:
  
  If no workflow version exists that references the task, create a new workflow template or version that includes the task.
  Activate the workflow version.
  
  
  
  Check Task Status:
  
  Use transaction PFTC to check the task.
  Verify that the task is active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Assign Task to Workflow:
  
  If the task is standalone, assign it to a workflow template.
  Save and activate the workflow.
  
  
  
  Transport and Synchronize:
  
  If working in a multi-system landscape, ensure that the workflow versions and tasks are transported correctly.
  Synchronize the workflow repository if needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code or Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs during runtime in a Web Dynpro application, check the code or configuration that triggers the workflow.
  Make sure the correct workflow template and version are called.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWDD – Workflow Builder
  PFTC – Task Maintenance
  SWU3 – Workflow Customizing (for activating workflow components)
  SWI1 – Workflow Log
  SWI2_FREQ – Workflow Runtime Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow task and version issues.
  Example: SAP Note 1234567 (hypothetical) might address similar issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal: Workflow Management
  SAP Community forums for similar issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow task not referenced by any active workflow version.
  
  
  Effect
  Workflow cannot start or execute the task, resulting in error WD323.
  
  
  Solution
  Assign the task to an active workflow version, activate the workflow, and check task status.
  
  
  Tools
  SWDD, PFTC, SWU3, SWI1, SWI2_FREQ
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, which transaction or program), I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.