How To Fix WF_CONT100 - **************** Container instance editor ***********************

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 100

• Message text: **************** Container instance editor ***********************

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT100 - **************** Container instance editor *********************** ?

  The SAP error message WF_CONT100 with the text "Container instance editor" typically appears in the context of SAP Workflow. This message is often shown when there is an issue related to the workflow container instance, such as problems with container element values, container editing, or container instance handling during workflow execution or debugging.
  
  Cause
  
  Container Instance Editor Error: The message usually occurs when the workflow container instance editor is invoked but encounters an issue. This can happen if:
  
  The container instance is corrupted or inconsistent.
  There is an attempt to display or edit a container instance that does not exist or is not properly initialized.
  The workflow container elements have invalid or unexpected data types or values.
  There is a mismatch between the container structure defined in the workflow and the actual container instance.
  The workflow runtime or the workflow builder tries to access container elements that are not available or have been deleted.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Workflow Container Definition:
  
  Verify the container elements defined in the workflow (transaction SWDD).
  Ensure that all container elements are correctly defined with proper data types.
  
  
  
  Check Container Instance Data:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to find the workflow instance.
  Use transaction SWI6 or SWI3 to display the container instance data.
  Check if the container instance data is consistent and complete.
  
  
  
  Debug the Workflow:
  
  Use the workflow debugger (SWUS or SWI1 with debugging enabled) to step through the workflow and check where the container instance editor is invoked.
  Look for any container element that might be causing the problem.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Reset the Workflow Instance:
  
  If the container instance is corrupted, consider restarting the workflow instance or creating a new instance.
  Sometimes, deleting the problematic workflow instance and restarting it can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for SAP Notes and Patches:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WF_CONT100 or container instance editor issues.
  Apply any relevant patches or support packages.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to view or edit workflow container instances.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder (to check container elements)
  SWI1 - Workflow Log (to find workflow instances)
  SWI3 - Container Instance Display
  SWI6 - Container Instance Display (alternative)
  SWUS - Workflow Debugger
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to workflow container issues.
  Example note keywords: "WF_CONT100", "container instance editor", "workflow container error".
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  SAP Workflow documentation on container elements and container instances.
  SAP Community forums and blogs for similar issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WF_CONT100 - Container instance editor
  
  
  Cause
  Issues with workflow container instance data, corruption, or mismatch in container elements
  
  
  Solution
  Verify container definitions, check container instance data, debug workflow, restart instance, apply SAP Notes
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  SWDD, SWI1, SWI3, SWI6, SWUS
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when exactly the error occurs, workflow type, or screenshots), I can help with a more specific diagnosis.