How To Fix WF_CONT112 - Cannot process data type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Cannot process data type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT112 - Cannot process data type & ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WF_CONT112: Cannot process data type &:
  
  Error Message
  WF_CONT112: Cannot process data type &
  
  The ampersand (&) is a placeholder for the actual data type that the workflow container cannot process.
  
  
  Cause
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when the workflow container tries to process a data object of a certain data type that is not supported or cannot be handled by the workflow engine. Common reasons include:
  
  The data type used in the workflow container is a complex or unsupported type (e.g., certain structures, table types, or reference types).
  The data type is not properly defined or is missing in the system.
  The workflow container element is incorrectly defined or linked to an incompatible data type.
  The workflow runtime does not know how to serialize or handle the data type during processing.
  
  
  Typical Scenarios
  
  Passing a complex structure or table type directly in the workflow container without proper handling.
  Using custom data types or classes that are not registered or supported in the workflow.
  Trying to use data types that are not allowed in the workflow container (e.g., certain reference types or deep structures).
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Data Type:
  
  Identify the data type causing the issue (the placeholder & in the message).
  Go to the workflow container and check the data element or object type assigned.
  
  
  
  Use Supported Data Types:
  
  Use elementary data types or simple structures that are supported by the workflow.
  Avoid using deep structures or complex table types directly in the container.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Workflow Container:
  
  Replace unsupported data types with supported ones.
  If you need to pass complex data, consider serializing it or passing only the key fields.
  
  
  
  Use Reference Types Carefully:
  
  If using reference types (object references), ensure the class is properly defined and registered in the workflow.
  Use persistent classes or interfaces that are supported.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Customizing:
  
  Sometimes, the workflow container element is linked to a data type that is not transported or available in the system.
  Ensure all relevant data types and classes are transported and active.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SWUS or SWI1 to trace workflow errors.
  Debug the workflow container processing to see where the error occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  SAP Workflow supports a limited set of data types in the container.
  Complex data types like deep structures or internal tables should be handled carefully.
  For passing tables, use table types defined in the Data Dictionary and ensure they are compatible.
  For object references, ensure the class is persistent and registered in the workflow.
  
  
  References
  
  SAP Note: Check for any SAP Notes related to WF_CONT112 for your SAP version.
  SAP Help Portal: Workflow container data types and restrictions.
  SAP Community: Discussions on workflow container data type issues.
  
  
  If you provide the exact data type causing the error (the value of &), I can help you with more specific advice.