How To Fix WF_CONT072 - Business object &1 does not have a node &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Business object &1 does not have a node &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT072 - Business object &1 does not have a node &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WF_CONT072: Business object &1 does not have a node &2
  
  Meaning / 
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Workflow environment when the workflow container tries to access a node (container element) that does not exist in the specified business object.
  
  &1 = Business Object name (e.g., BUS1006)
  &2 = Node name (container element) that is being accessed but is not defined in the business object’s container structure.
  
  In other words, the workflow is trying to reference a container element (node) that is not part of the business object’s container definition.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Incorrect container element name: The workflow or task container references a node that is misspelled or does not exist.
  Wrong business object used: The workflow is using a business object that does not have the expected container element.
  Custom container element missing: If the business object was extended or customized, the container element might not