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How To Fix WF_CONT150 - **************** Workflow Builder ******************************


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  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 150

  • Message text: **************** Workflow Builder ******************************

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT150 - **************** Workflow Builder ****************************** ?

    The SAP error message WF_CONT150 typically appears in the context of SAP Workflow and is related to issues in the Workflow Builder or workflow container.


    Error Message Overview

    • Message ID: WF_CONT150
    • Message Text: (varies, but generally related to workflow container or workflow builder issues)
    • Context: SAP Workflow Builder or during workflow execution/design.

    Cause

    The WF_CONT150 error usually indicates a problem with the workflow container, such as:

    • Missing or incorrect container elements: The workflow container does not have the required elements or the elements are incorrectly defined.
    • Data type mismatch: The data types of container elements do not match the expected types.
    • Incorrect binding: The binding between workflow container elements and task container elements is incorrect or incomplete.
    • Workflow template inconsistency: The workflow template might be corrupted or incomplete.
    • Transport or system inconsistencies: Sometimes, after transport or system upgrade, container elements or workflow definitions might be inconsistent.

    Solution

    To resolve the WF_CONT150 error, follow these steps:

    1. Check Container Elements:

      • Open the Workflow Builder (transaction SWDD).
      • Go to the workflow container and verify that all required container elements are present.
      • Ensure that the container elements have the correct data types.
    2. Verify Bindings:

      • Check the binding between the workflow container and the task container.
      • Make sure that the binding is consistent and that the data types match.
    3. Check Workflow Template:

      • Validate the workflow template for completeness.
      • If the workflow was transported from another system, verify that all related objects (tasks, container elements, etc.) were transported correctly.
    4. Use Workflow Tools:

      • Use transaction SWU3 to check and activate workflow customizing.
      • Use transaction SWI1 to analyze workflow logs and identify where the error occurs.
    5. Recreate or Repair Workflow:

      • If the workflow template is corrupted, consider recreating the workflow or restoring it from a backup.
      • Sometimes, deleting and re-creating the container elements or re-binding them can fix the issue.
    6. Check SAP Notes:

      • Search for SAP Notes related to WF_CONT150 for any known bugs or patches.
      • Apply relevant SAP Notes if available.

    Related Information

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SWDD - Workflow Builder
      • SWI1 - Workflow Log
      • SWU3 - Workflow Customizing Check
      • SWO1 - Object Builder (for workflow objects)
    • SAP Help:

      • SAP Workflow documentation on container elements and binding.
      • SAP Community forums and OSS Notes for specific issues.
    • Common Related Errors:

      • WF_CONT100 - Container element missing
      • WF_CONT200 - Data type mismatch in container element

    Summary

    Aspect Details
    Cause Missing/incorrect container elements, data type mismatch, incorrect binding in workflow.
    Solution Verify and correct container elements and bindings in Workflow Builder (SWDD). Check workflow template integrity and transport consistency. Use workflow tools (SWU3, SWI1) for diagnostics.
    Related SAP Notes, Workflow documentation, transactions SWDD, SWI1, SWU3.

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