How To Fix WFE_REQUEST_CRM202 - Data type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFE_REQUEST_CRM - Web Financials Forms: CRM Request Category Editor

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Data type & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFE_REQUEST_CRM202 - Data type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message:
  WFE_REQUEST_CRM202: Data type & does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to reference or use a data type that is not defined or does not exist in the ABAP Dictionary or the relevant namespace. The placeholder "&" in the message is replaced by the actual data type name that the system cannot find.
  In the context of SAP Workflow or CRM (Customer Relationship Management) integration, this often happens when:
  
  A custom or standard data type used in a workflow or interface is missing.
  The data type was deleted or not transported properly.
  There is a mismatch in the system landscape (e.g., development vs. production).
  The relevant software component or add-on is not installed or activated.
  The data type is referenced in a workflow container or interface but not created or imported.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the missing data type:
  
  Check the exact data type name in the error message (the "&" will be replaced by the actual name).
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the data type.
  
  
  
  Check system components and add-ons:
  
  Verify that all required CRM or workflow components are installed and activated.
  For CRM-related data types, ensure that the CRM middleware and integration components are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport and import missing objects:
  
  If the data type is custom or part of a transport, check if the transport request has been imported into the current system.
  Import or recreate the missing data type if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check workflow container and interface definitions:
  
  Use transaction SWO1 to check the workflow object and its container.
  Verify that all data types used in the workflow container or interface exist.
  
  
  
  Regenerate or re-import interfaces:
  
  If the data type is part of an interface (e.g., BAPI, IDoc, or CRM interface), regenerate or re-import the interface metadata.
  
  
  
  Consult OSS Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WFE_REQUEST_CRM202 or missing data types in CRM workflows.
  Apply any relevant SAP Notes.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE11: To check or create data types.
  Transaction SWO1: To check workflow objects and container elements.
  Transaction SWDD: Workflow Builder to check workflow definitions.
  CRM Middleware: Missing or incomplete middleware setup can cause missing data types.
  SAP Notes: For example, SAP Note 1689270 or others related to CRM workflow errors.
  SAP Help Portal: Documentation on workflow container elements and data types.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error "WFE_REQUEST_CRM202 Data type & does not exist" means the system cannot find a required data type. The fix involves identifying the missing data type, ensuring it exists in the system, and that all relevant components and transports are correctly installed and imported. Checking workflow definitions and CRM middleware setup is also essential.