How To Fix WF_CONT151 - Method &-& does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Method &-& does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_CONT151 - Method &-& does not exist ?

  The SAP error message:
  WF_CONT151 Method &-& does not exist
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. Here's a detailed explanation of the cause, solution, and related information:
  
  Cause
  
  The error indicates that the workflow container is trying to call or access a method that does not exist in the specified object or class.
  The placeholders &-& in the message represent the method name and possibly the object or class name, which are dynamically filled during runtime.
  This usually happens when:
  
  The method name is misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the workflow definition.
  The method was deleted or renamed in the underlying Business Object (BOR object or class).
  The workflow container element is linked to a method that no longer exists.
  There is a mismatch between the workflow container element and the actual method in the Business Object Repository (BOR) or class.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Workflow Container Element:
  
  Go to the workflow builder (transaction SWDD).
  Open the workflow and check the container element that is causing the error.
  Verify which method it is trying to call.
  
  
  
  Verify the Business Object / Class:
  
  Use transaction SWO1 to check the Business Object or class.
  Verify if the method exists in the BOR object or class.
  If the method does not exist, either:
  
  Correct the method name in the workflow container.
  Or restore/recreate the method in the Business Object or class if it was deleted unintentionally.
  
  
  
  
  
  Adjust the Workflow Container Mapping:
  
  If the method was renamed, update the workflow container element to point to the correct method.
  Ensure that the container element type matches the method signature.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the BOR Object (if applicable):
  
  If the Business Object is outdated or inconsistent, regenerate it.
  Use transaction SWO1 ? Utilities ? Generate to regenerate the BOR object.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or System Differences:
  
  Sometimes, the workflow was developed in one system and transported to another where the method does not exist.
  Ensure that all relevant objects and classes are transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to find the workflow instance and step where the error occurs.
  Debug the workflow to see exactly which method call fails.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow container and BOR method inconsistencies.
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SWO1 - Business Object Builder
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Runtime Analysis
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  After system upgrades or patches, some BOR objects or methods might be changed.
  Custom workflows referencing custom BOR objects need to be maintained carefully.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Workflow and BOR objects.
  SAP Community forums for similar issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow container references a method that does not exist in the Business Object/class.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct method names in workflow container; check and regenerate BOR objects; ensure transport consistency.
  
  
  Tools
  SWDD, SWO1, SWI1, SWI2_FREQ
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact method and object names (from the error message), I can help you with more specific guidance.