How To Fix WD341 - This workflow definition does not have any document templates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 341

• Message text: This workflow definition does not have any document templates

What causes this issue?

The workflow definition contains a step of type <ZH>document from
template</>. The use of this step type requires that the workflow
definition also contains at least one document template.

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?

Create a document template. Choose <LS>Double-click to create</> in the
tray <LS>Document templates</>.
Note: The workflow definition must be saved first.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD341 - This workflow definition does not have any document templates ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WD341 - This workflow definition does not have any document templates
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a workflow definition is expected to have one or more document templates assigned to it, but none are found. Document templates in SAP workflows are used to generate workflow-related documents (such as emails, printouts, or other output forms) based on the workflow context. If the workflow is designed to trigger document generation but no templates are assigned, the system raises this error.
  Common scenarios causing this error:  
  
  The workflow definition was created or modified but no document templates were assigned.  
  The document templates were deleted or not transported properly in the system landscape.  
  The workflow step or container expects a document template, but none is linked.  
  Custom workflows that require document generation but lack the necessary configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Document Templates to the Workflow:
  
  Go to transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Open the workflow definition that triggers the error.
  Check the workflow container and steps for any document generation steps.
  Assign the appropriate document templates to the workflow.
  
  Document templates are usually maintained in transaction SMARTFORMS or SFP (for Adobe forms).
  In the workflow, document templates are linked via the "Document" tab or via the "Send Mail" or "Print" steps.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Document Template Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document templates exist and are active.
  Ensure that the templates are transported correctly if working across systems (DEV, QA, PROD).
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Steps:
  
  Identify which step or event is trying to generate a document.
  Confirm that the step has the correct document template assigned.
  
  
  
  If No Document Generation is Needed:
  
  If the workflow does not require document generation, remove or deactivate the document generation steps or references.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After assigning the document templates, test the workflow to ensure the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SWI1 - Workflow Log (to analyze workflow errors)
  SMARTFORMS - SAP Smart Forms (for document templates)
  SFP - Adobe Form Builder (for document templates)
  SWETYPV - Workflow Event Linkage (to check event linkage)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow document templates if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal: Workflow documentation on document templates and output management.
  
  
  
  Common Pitfalls:
  
  Transport issues causing missing document templates in target systems.
  Incorrect or missing container element mapping for document generation.
  Custom workflows not updated after changes in document template structure.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WD341 indicates that the workflow expects document templates but none are assigned. The solution is to assign the correct document templates to the workflow definition or remove the document generation steps if not needed. Always verify the workflow configuration and test after changes.