How To Fix WD340 - The document template specified no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 340

• Message text: The document template specified no longer exists

What causes this issue?

The <ZH>document from template</> step type refers to a document
template that does not exist. It was probably deleted in the meantime.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Go into the step definition and choose a different document template.
Use the F4 possible entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD340 - The document template specified no longer exists ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WD340: The document template specified no longer exists:
  
  Error Message:
  WD340 - The document template specified no longer exists
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP Web Dynpro applications when the system tries to access a document template (such as a form, layout, or other document object) that has been deleted, renamed, or is otherwise unavailable in the repository.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The document template was deleted or moved in the SAP system.
  The template name or path specified in the Web Dynpro application or configuration is incorrect or outdated.
  Transport issues where the template was not properly transported to the target system.
  Authorization issues preventing access to the template.
  The template object is inactive or locked.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Template Existence:
  
  Check if the document template (e.g., a form, layout set, or other document object) exists in the SAP system.
  Use transaction codes like SE78 (SAPscript graphics), SMARTFORMS, SFP (for Adobe forms), or the relevant repository browser depending on the document type.
  
  
  
  Check Template Name and Path:
  
  Confirm that the name and path of the document template specified in the Web Dynpro application or configuration are correct.
  Review the Web Dynpro component or configuration where the template is referenced.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the document template has been transported correctly to the system where the error occurs.
  If missing, transport the template from the development system to the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the Web Dynpro application has the necessary authorizations to access the document template.
  
  
  
  Reactivate or Restore Template:
  
  If the template is inactive or locked, reactivate or unlock it.
  If deleted, restore it from backup or recreate the template.
  
  
  
  Update Web Dynpro Configuration:
  
  If the template was renamed or replaced, update the Web Dynpro application or configuration to point to the correct template.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the Web Dynpro debugger or trace to identify exactly where the template is being called and verify the parameters.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WD340 or document template issues.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE78 – SAPscript graphics management.
  SMARTFORMS – Smart Forms.
  SFP – Adobe Forms.
  SE80 – Object Navigator to check Web Dynpro components.
  
  
  Web Dynpro Configuration: Check the component configuration or application configuration for document template references.
  Authorization Objects: Check for authorization objects related to document access, e.g., S_PROGRAM, S_DEVELOP, or specific form/template access objects.
  Logs and Traces: Check system logs (SM21), short dumps (ST22), and Web Dynpro traces for additional clues.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Document template referenced by Web Dynpro no longer exists or is inaccessible.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify existence, correct name/path, transport template, check authorizations, reactivate or restore template, update configuration.
  
  
  Related Info
  Use SE78, SMARTFORMS, SFP, SE80; check SAP Notes; review authorizations and system logs.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific context (e.g., which Web Dynpro application or document type), I can help with more targeted steps.