How To Fix WF_CONT004 - #NAME?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 004

• Message text: #NAME?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT004 - #NAME? ?

  The SAP error message WF_CONT004 #NAME?? typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. Here's a detailed explanation of the cause, solution, and related information:
  
  Error Message:
  WF_CONT004 #NAME??
  
  Cause:
  
  The error WF_CONT004 #NAME?? usually indicates that there is a problem with a container element in a workflow step.
  Specifically, the workflow container is trying to access a container element (variable) that does not exist or is not defined in the workflow container.
  The #NAME?? part suggests that the system cannot resolve the name of the container element, meaning the element is either misspelled, missing, or not passed correctly between workflow steps or tasks.
  This can happen if:
  
  The container element was deleted or renamed but the workflow step still references the old name.
  The container element was never created or initialized.
  There is a mismatch between the container element names in the workflow template and the task or method container.
  The workflow is trying to access a container element before it is filled or passed.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Container Elements:
  
  Go to the workflow builder (transaction SWDD).
  Open the workflow and check the container elements defined at the workflow level.
  Verify that the container element referenced in the step/task is correctly defined and spelled.
  
  
  
  Check Step/Task Container Mapping:
  
  For the step/task that causes the error, check the container mapping.
  Ensure that the container elements are correctly mapped between the workflow container and the task container.
  If the task expects a container element that is not provided by the workflow, add the mapping or create the element.
  
  
  
  Check Method or Function Module Parameters:
  
  If the workflow step calls a method or function module, verify that the parameters correspond to the container elements.
  Make sure the container elements exist and are passed correctly.
  
  
  
  Initialize Container Elements:
  
  If the container element is supposed to be filled by a previous step, ensure that the previous step executes successfully and fills the container.
  You can add checks or default values to avoid missing elements.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Sometimes the error is due to simple typos in the container element names.
  Correct any spelling mistakes.
  
  
  
  Activate and Test Workflow:
  
  After corrections, activate the workflow and test it again.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder (to edit and check workflows)
  SWI1 - Workflow Log (to analyze workflow errors)
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Runtime Errors (to find error details)
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow container errors for your specific SAP version.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Workflow Container Elements and Workflow Step Container Mapping.
  
  
  Common Scenario:
  
  This error often appears when a workflow is transported between systems and container elements are not consistent.
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the workflow log to identify the exact step and container element causing the error.
  Use debugging tools to trace container element values during workflow execution.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow container element referenced does not exist or is misspelled/missing.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct container element definitions and mappings in workflow and tasks.
  
  
  Related
  Use SWDD, SWI1, SWI2_FREQ for analysis; check SAP Notes; ensure consistent container elements.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., workflow step, container element name), I can help you with more specific guidance.