How To Fix WF_CONT113 - Cannot process object type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Cannot process object type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT113 - Cannot process object type & ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WF_CONT113: Cannot process object type &:
  
  Error Message
  WF_CONT113: Cannot process object type &
  
  The ampersand (&) is a placeholder for the actual object type that the workflow is trying to process.
  
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the SAP Workflow engine encounters an object type that it cannot process. Common reasons include:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Object Type Configuration:
  
  The object type specified in the workflow container or task is not defined or not registered in the Business Object Repository (BOR).
  
  
  
  Object Type Not Supported by Workflow:
  
  The object type is not enabled or supported for workflow processing.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Object Type Name:
  
  Typographical errors or incorrect object type names used in the workflow definition or container elements.
  
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete BOR Object:
  
  The BOR object might be incomplete or missing necessary methods/events required for workflow processing.
  
  
  
  Transport or System Issues:
  
  The object type exists in the development system but is missing in the target system due to transport issues.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Object Type Name:
  
  Verify the object type name used in the workflow container or task.
  Use transaction SWO1 to check if the object type exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify BOR Object Configuration:
  
  In transaction SWO1, check if the object type is properly defined.
  Ensure that the object has the necessary methods, events, and attributes required by the workflow.
  
  
  
  Enable Object Type for Workflow:
  
  Some object types need to be explicitly enabled for workflow.
  Check if the object type is active and released.
  
  
  
  Check Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the workflow was transported from another system, ensure that the BOR objects and related configurations are transported correctly.
  Use transaction SWO1 and SWDD to compare objects between systems.
  
  
  
  Correct Workflow Container Elements:
  
  In the workflow builder (transaction SWDD), verify that the container elements referencing the object type are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Repair BOR Object:
  
  If the BOR object is incomplete or corrupted, recreate or repair it.
  Consult with your ABAP developer or SAP Basis team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WF_CONT113 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWO1 – Business Object Builder (to check and maintain BOR objects)
  SWDD – Workflow Builder (to check workflow definitions)
  SWI1 – Workflow Log (to analyze workflow errors)
  
  
  
  Related Concepts:
  
  SAP Business Object Repository (BOR) is central to SAP Workflow.
  Workflows operate on BOR objects; if the object type is unknown or invalid, the workflow cannot proceed.
  
  
  
  Example Scenario:
  
  A workflow step expects an object type BUS1001 (e.g., Purchase Order).
  If BUS1001 is not defined or incorrectly referenced, the workflow will throw WF_CONT113.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual object type (the value replacing &), I can help you with more specific guidance.
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow engine cannot find or process the specified object type in BOR.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct the object type in BOR (SWO1), ensure proper workflow container setup, and check transports.
  
  
  Tools
  SWO1, SWDD, SWI1
  
  
  
  
  Let me know if you need help with a specific object type or further troubleshooting!