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 workflow and navigate to the step where the error occurs.
  Check the container element that is causing the problem.
  Verify that the container element is correctly defined and linked to a data element or structure.
  
  b) Verify the Data Element and Search Help
  
  Identify the data element associated with the container element.
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the data element.
  Ensure that the data element has a search help (F4 help) assigned.
  If no search help is assigned, assign an appropriate search help or create a custom one if necessary.
  
  c) Assign Search Help to Container Element (if applicable)
  
  In some cases, you may need to explicitly assign a search help to the container element in the workflow.
  This can be done by enhancing the container element or by coding a custom input help in the workflow step.
  
  d) Check Task and Step Configuration
  
  Verify that the task and step are correctly configured to use the container element.
  Ensure that the input help is supported in the UI or dialog where the workflow is executed.
  
  e) Debugging and Logs
  
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to check workflow logs.
  Debug the workflow step to see where the input help is called and why it fails.
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SE11 - Data Dictionary (to check data elements and search helps)
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Runtime Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow container elements and input helps.
  Sometimes, patches or updates fix issues related to workflow input helps.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Workflow container elements and search helps.
  SAP Workflow Developer Guide.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Missing or undefined input help (F4 help) for a workflow container element or attribute.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and assign appropriate search help to the data element/container element. Check workflow step/task configuration.
  
  
  Related Info
  Use SWDD, SE11, SWI1; check SAP Notes; debug workflow steps for detailed analysis.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., the exact scenario or transaction where this error occurs), I can help with more specific guidance.