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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WF_CONT - Workflow Container, Definition Time and Runtime
Message number: 073
Message text: Error when displaying proxy for business object &1
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WF_CONT073
- Error when displaying proxy for business object &1 ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
SAP Error Message:
WF_CONT073 - Error when displaying proxy for business object &1
Cause:
This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow when the system tries to display or access the proxy object for a given Business Object (BO), but it fails due to one or more of the following reasons:
Missing or Incorrect Proxy Class:
The proxy class for the business object is not generated or is incorrectly generated in the system.Business Object Not Properly Registered:
The business object might not be properly registered or activated in the system.Inconsistent or Missing Repository Objects:
The underlying repository objects (like BOR objects, classes, or interfaces) related to the business object are inconsistent or missing.Authorization Issues:
The user might not have sufficient authorization to display or access the proxy object.Transport or System Inconsistencies:
Sometimes, after transports or system upgrades, inconsistencies in the business object repository or workflow repository can cause this error.
Solution:
Regenerate Proxy Classes:
- Use transaction SWO1 (Business Object Builder) to check the business object.
- Select the business object &1 (the placeholder will be replaced by the actual BO name in the error).
- Regenerate the proxy class by choosing Utilities ? Generate Proxy Class.
- Save and activate the changes.
Check Business Object Registration:
- In SWO1, verify that the business object is active and properly registered.
- If not, activate it.
Check Repository Consistency:
- Run consistency checks for BOR objects using transaction SWU_OBUF or SWU_OBUF_CHECK.
- Fix any inconsistencies found.
Check Authorizations:
- Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to display and work with the business object and workflow.
- Relevant authorization objects include S_BOR_SOBJ and S_WF_BOR.
Reimport or Reapply Transports:
- If the issue appeared after a transport or system upgrade, consider reimporting the transport or applying relevant SAP Notes.
SAP Notes and Support:
- Search for SAP Notes related to WF_CONT073 for any known bugs or patches.
- Example SAP Note: 1234567 (replace with actual note if found).
Related Information:
If you provide the actual business object name (the &1 parameter), I can give more specific instructions.
Summary:
The error WF_CONT073 occurs because the system cannot display the proxy for a business object due to missing or inconsistent proxy classes or registration issues. Regenerating the proxy class in SWO1 and ensuring the business object is active usually resolves the problem.
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