How To Fix WD717 - Condition of type & does not suit step &. Do you want to delete it?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Condition of type & does not suit step &. Do you want to delete it?

What causes this issue?

The check found a condition that is not appropriate for the step type.
Each step type can only process specific condition types. This sometimes
also depends on the value of the step. For instance, step type "multiple
condition" only has conditions if the value of the step is "SWITCH".

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?

During workflow processing conditions are not deleted immediately if you
change the value (for example, from "SWITCH" to "CASE" for a multiple
condition). This has the advantage that the condition appears again if
you want to undo the change.
To complete the modelling or with workflows from older releases, you
should delete unnecessary conditions. To do this, call the context menu
for the error message (right mouse button) and choose the "Repair"
function. The condition is then deleted.
Note: Save the workflow under a new version (workflow -> draw version).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD717 - Condition of type & does not suit step &. Do you want to delete it? ?

  The SAP error message:
  WD717 Condition of type & does not suit step &. Do you want to delete it??
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Dynpro ABAP applications, particularly when dealing with condition types in business process steps or workflow steps.
  
  Cause
  
  The error indicates that a condition of a certain type (represented by the first placeholder &) is not compatible or does not fit with the specified step (represented by the second placeholder &).
  This usually happens when you try to assign or maintain a condition type that is not allowed or not valid for the particular step in a process or workflow.
  For example, in a workflow or business process configuration, certain condition types are only valid for specific steps or nodes. If you try to assign a condition type that is not supported by the step, the system raises this message.
  It can also occur if the configuration or customization of the process steps and condition types is inconsistent or incomplete.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Condition Type and Step Compatibility:
  
  Verify which condition types are allowed for the specific step in the process or workflow.
  Refer to the process or workflow documentation or configuration guides to understand valid combinations.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Condition Type:
  
  If the condition type is incorrect for the step, change it to a valid one.
  You can do this in the Web Dynpro component or workflow configuration where the condition is maintained.
  
  
  
  Delete the Condition if Not Needed:
  
  If the condition is not required or was added by mistake, you can choose to delete it as the message suggests.
  Confirm deletion only if you are sure it will not affect the process logic.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If this error occurs due to custom developments or enhancements, review the code to ensure that condition types are assigned correctly according to the step logic.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Sometimes, specific SAP Notes address known issues related to condition types and steps in Web Dynpro or workflow.
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to message WD717 or condition type compatibility.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Context: This message is common in SAP Web Dynpro ABAP applications, workflow configuration, or business process modeling where conditions control the flow or behavior.
  Transaction / Tools: You might encounter this message in:
  
  Web Dynpro Component configuration (SE80)
  Workflow Builder (SWDD)
  Business Process Configuration (SPRO)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for SAP Notes related to WD717 or condition type errors in your SAP system version.
  Debugging: If unsure, debug the process or workflow to see where the condition type is assigned and why it is incompatible.
  
  
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  Error Message
  WD717 Condition of type & does not suit step &. Do you want to delete it??
  
  
  Cause
  Condition type assigned is not valid for the specified step in the process or workflow.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and assign a valid condition type for the step, or delete the invalid condition.
  
  
  Related Info
  Occurs in Web Dynpro ABAP, workflow, or business process configuration.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which transaction or process you are working on), I can help with more specific guidance.