How To Fix WER085 - Element with id &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WER - Messages for the package WER

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Element with id &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WER085 - Element with id &1 does not exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WER085: Element with id &1 does not exist:
  
  Error Message
  WER085: Element with id &1 does not exist
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the system tries to access or reference an element (such as a workflow container element, object, or attribute) by its ID, but the element with the specified ID does not exist in the current context or repository.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The element ID is incorrect or has been deleted.
  The workflow container element or object has not been created or initialized.
  The element ID is being referenced before it is created or after it has been removed.
  There is a mismatch or inconsistency in the workflow definition or container elements.
  
  
  Where it typically occurs
  
  In SAP Workflow (transaction SWDD or SWI1).
  When accessing workflow container elements or objects.
  During workflow execution or testing.
  When custom code or workflow steps try to access non-existing elements.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix
  
  
  Check the Element ID:
  
  Verify that the element ID referenced in the workflow or program is correct.
  Make sure the element exists in the workflow container or object repository.
  
  
  
  Verify Workflow Container Elements:
  
  Go to the workflow builder (transaction SWDD).
  Check the container elements of the workflow.
  Ensure the element with the specified ID is defined and correctly spelled.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition Consistency:
  
  If the workflow was recently changed, ensure all container elements and objects are consistent.
  Activate the workflow again to ensure all changes are saved and active.
  
  
  
  Debug the Workflow:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWUS to trace the workflow.
  Debug the workflow step where the error occurs to see which element ID is being accessed.
  Check if the element is available at runtime.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If custom code (e.g., in a method or function module) accesses workflow elements, verify that the element ID is correct.
  Ensure the element is created before it is accessed.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Add Missing Elements:
  
  If the element was accidentally deleted, recreate it in the workflow container.
  Adjust the workflow logic to avoid referencing non-existing elements.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Message Class: WER (Workflow Error)
  Message Number: 085
  This error is related to SAP Business Workflow.
  The placeholder &1 in the message will be replaced by the actual element ID that was not found.
  This error can also occur if the workflow container is not properly passed or initialized when calling a workflow from a program.
  
  
  Example
  If the error message is:
  WER085 Element with id "CUSTOMER_ID" does not exist
  
  Check if "CUSTOMER_ID" is defined in the workflow container.
  If not, add it or correct the ID in the workflow step or custom code.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., where/how the error occurs), I can help with more specific guidance.