How To Fix WF_CONT006 - Migration class "&1" returns an inactive DDIC type (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Migration class "&1" returns an inactive DDIC type (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT006 - Migration class "&1" returns an inactive DDIC type (&2) ?

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  SAP Error Message:
  WF_CONT006 Migration class "&1" returns an inactive DDIC type (&2)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during workflow container migration or when a migration class is used to convert container elements from one type to another. The migration class specified (parameter &1) returns a Data Dictionary (DDIC) type (parameter &2) that is inactive in the system.
  In SAP, DDIC types (data elements, structures, tables, etc.) must be active to be used in runtime objects like workflows. If the migration class returns a type that is not active, the workflow container cannot be properly migrated or instantiated, leading to this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Migration class: A class used in workflow container element migration to convert data from one type to another.
  Inactive DDIC type: A data type in the ABAP Dictionary that is not activated. This can happen if the type was changed but not activated, or if it was deleted or transported incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the DDIC type (&2):  
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and enter the type name given in the error message.
  Check if the type is active.
  If it is inactive, activate it by clicking the Activate button.
  
  
  
  Check the migration class (&1):  
  
  Review the migration class implementation to ensure it returns the correct and active DDIC type.
  If the migration class is custom, verify that it is correctly implemented and does not return obsolete or inactive types.
  
  
  
  Transport and system consistency:  
  
  If the type was recently transported, ensure the transport was successful and the type is active in the target system.
  Reactivate the type if necessary.
  
  
  
  Re-run the migration or workflow container update after activating the type.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error typically appears during workflow container migration when upgrading or changing workflow container elements.
  The migration class is often specified in the workflow container element definition or in the migration customizing.
  Inactive DDIC types can cause runtime errors, so always ensure that all dictionary objects used in workflows are active.
  If you are unsure about the migration class, check the workflow customizing or consult the workflow developer.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Migration class "&1" returns inactive DDIC type (&2)
  
  
  Cause
  Migration class returns a DDIC type that is inactive in the system
  
  
  Solution
  Activate the DDIC type (&2) in SE11; verify migration class (&1) correctness
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  SE11 (Data Dictionary), SWDD (Workflow Builder), SE24 (Class Builder)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the migration class or the DDIC type, or if the problem persists after activation, please provide the exact values of &1 and &2 from the error message for further analysis.