How To Fix WF802 - Link type '&' in role '&' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WF - Workflow: messages

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Link type '&' in role '&' does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF802 - Link type '&' in role '&' does not exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WF802 Link type '&' in role '&' does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when the system tries to access or use a link type in a workflow role that does not exist or is not defined. Specifically:
  
  The workflow role you are using references a link type (a connection or relationship between workflow container elements or tasks) that has not been created or assigned.
  The link type name or the role name might be incorrect or missing.
  The workflow definition or role configuration is incomplete or corrupted.
  Sometimes, this can happen if a transport or change was imported incorrectly or partially.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Link types in SAP Workflow define the relationships between workflow container elements or between tasks and container elements.
  Roles in workflows are used to assign tasks to users or organizational units, and these roles can have link types assigned to them.
  If the workflow engine tries to resolve a link type in a role and it does not find it, it throws this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Role Definition:
  
  Go to transaction PFTC_ROLE (Maintain Workflow Roles).
  Open the role mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if the link type referenced in the error exists in the role.
  If missing, add the correct link type to the role.
  
  
  
  Check Link Types:
  
  Use transaction SWO1 (Business Object Builder).
  Check the link types defined for the relevant business object.
  Ensure the link type used in the workflow role exists and is correctly named.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Container and Task Definitions:
  
  Use SWDD (Workflow Builder) to check the workflow container and tasks.
  Verify that the container elements and their link types are consistent with the role definitions.
  
  
  
  Transport and Import Issues:
  
  If this error appeared after a transport import, verify that all related objects (roles, link types, workflows) were imported correctly.
  Re-import or correct the transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Correct the Workflow or Role:
  
  If the link type is incorrect or obsolete, update the workflow role or workflow definition to use the correct link type.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Sometimes the link type name or role name might have a typo.
  Correct the names as needed.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PFTC_ROLE – Maintain Workflow Roles
  SWO1 – Business Object Builder (to check link types)
  SWDD – Workflow Builder
  SWI1 – Workflow Log (to analyze workflow errors)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow roles and link types if the problem persists.
  Sometimes SAP releases patches or corrections for workflow inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have developer access, you can debug the workflow runtime to see exactly where the link type is being called and why it is missing.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WF802 Link type '&' in role '&' does not exist
  
  
  Cause
  Missing or undefined link type in workflow role
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and add the missing link type in the role using PFTC_ROLE; check link types in SWO1; correct workflow definitions
  
  
  Related T-codes
  PFTC_ROLE, SWO1, SWDD, SWI1
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact link type and role names from the error message, I can help you with more specific steps.