How To Fix WF_CONT140 - *************************** Input helps********************************

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 140

• Message text: *************************** Input helps********************************

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT140 - *************************** Input helps******************************** ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WF_CONT140:
  
  SAP Error Message: WF_CONT140
  Message Text:
  *************************** Input helps********************************
  
  1. Cause
  The error message WF_CONT140 typically appears in the context of SAP Workflow when the system is unable to provide input help (F4 help) for a particular field or container element in a workflow step.
  More specifically:
  
  The workflow container element or task attribute is expected to have an input help (F4 help) for user selection.
  However, the system cannot find or determine the appropriate input help for that element.
  This can happen if the container element is not properly defined, or if the input help (search help) is missing or not assigned.
  It may also occur if the workflow step or task is incorrectly configured, or if the underlying data element does not have an associated search help.
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the WF_CONT140 error, follow these steps:
  a) Check the Workflow Container Element
  
  Go to the workflow builder (transaction SWDD).
  Open the