How To Fix WF_CONT003 - Local ABAP Dictionary type for &1 is not actively available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WF_CONT - Workflow Container, Definition Time and Runtime

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Local ABAP Dictionary type for &1 is not actively available

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when reading or saving a work item container because
no corresponding structure for DDIC type &V1& could be found in the
workflow namespace. DDIC type &V1& is used in the work item container to
be saved and does not have an initial value.
Workflow &V2& was active.

System Response

When a container is saved, the workflow runtime requires the
corresponding structures for all structures used in the container, and
therefore generates a runtime error as a reaction to this inconsistency.
The corresponding structures are created automatically by the system at
various time points. These time points are:
After an upgrade by the workflow system job.
When a workflow or task is imported
When a workflow is activated (SWDD)
When a runtime version is created (SWDD)
Once a day from the workflow system job.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Start the creation of all corresponding structures in transaction
SWF_CNT_STR_EDIT, or use action "Create Runtime Version" for the w
orkflow in question in the workflow builder (SWDD).
After the structures have been created, you have to restart the workflow
instances in transaction SWPC.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT003 - Local ABAP Dictionary type for &1 is not actively available ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WF_CONT003: Local ABAP Dictionary type for &1 is not actively available
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when the workflow container tries to access or use a local ABAP Dictionary type (such as a structure, table type, or data element) that is not activated in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11). The workflow container element is defined with a reference to a type that exists but is currently inactive or not available in the system.
  In other words, the workflow container references a data type that is either:
  
  Not yet activated after creation or modification.
  Has been deleted or is inconsistent.
  The transport containing the type has not been imported properly.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When you try to activate or test a workflow that uses container elements with local dictionary types.
  When the workflow runtime tries to instantiate or use the container element.
  During workflow import or transport if the type is missing or inactive in the target system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the ABAP Dictionary type:
  
  Go to transaction SE11.
  Enter the type name mentioned in the error message (the placeholder &1 will be replaced by the actual type name).
  Check if the type is active.
  If inactive, activate it by clicking the Activate button.
  
  
  
  Check for transport/import issues:
  
  If the type was recently transported, ensure the transport was imported successfully.
  Re-import the transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for consistency:
  
  If the type is a structure or table type, verify that all dependent types or data elements are active.
  Activate any dependent objects if needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust the workflow container element:
  
  If the type is obsolete or incorrect, consider changing the container element's type to a valid and active type.
  Use transaction PFTC or the Workflow Builder to edit the container element.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the workflow:
  
  After activating the type, re-activate the workflow to ensure all references are consistent.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common when workflows are transported between systems and the dictionary objects are not transported or activated properly.
  Local dictionary types are often created as part of custom developments or enhancements.
  Always ensure that all dictionary objects used in workflows are active before activating or running the workflow.
  You can check the activation status of dictionary objects in SE11 or SE80.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WF_CONT003: Local ABAP Dictionary type for &1 is not actively available
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow container references an inactive or missing ABAP Dictionary type
  
  
  Solution
  Activate the dictionary type in SE11; ensure transports are imported; adjust container
  
  
  Check
  SE11 activation status, transport logs, workflow container definitions
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the exact type name or further troubleshooting, please provide the actual type name or workflow context.