How To Fix WFE_REQUEST_CRM203 - & is not a data element. At present, only data elements are supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 203

• Message text: & is not a data element. At present, only data elements are supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFE_REQUEST_CRM203 - & is not a data element. At present, only data elements are supported ?

  The SAP error message:
  WFE_REQUEST_CRM203 & is not a data element. At present, only data elements are supported.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during workflow or ABAP development when a field or parameter is expected to be a data element, but the object referenced (in this case, CRM203 or a similar identifier) is not a data element. Instead, it might be a domain, structure, table type, or some other dictionary object.
  In SAP, certain workflow or function module interfaces require parameters to be defined as data elements because data elements carry semantic information and are used for consistent typing and UI generation. If a parameter or field is defined directly as a domain or a structure, or if the system cannot resolve it to a data element, this error is raised.
  When does it occur?
  
  When defining workflow container elements or binding parameters.
  When creating or modifying function module interfaces or BAdI methods.
  When using certain tools or transactions that expect data elements but receive other dictionary objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the field or parameter definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11.
  Enter the field name or type (e.g., CRM203).
  Verify if it is a data element or something else (domain, structure, table type).
  
  
  
  If it is not a data element:
  
  Identify the correct data element that corresponds to the field.
  Change the parameter or field type to use the data element instead of the domain or structure.
  
  
  
  If no data element exists:
  
  Create a new data element in SE11.
  Assign the appropriate domain and description.
  Use this new data element in your workflow or interface.
  
  
  
  Adjust workflow container or interface definitions:
  
  In the workflow builder (transaction SWDD), check the container elements.
  Make sure the container elements are defined with data elements.
  Re-bind or recreate the container elements if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for transport or system inconsistencies:
  
  Sometimes, after transports or system upgrades, dictionary objects might be inconsistent.
  Run consistency checks or re-import transports if needed.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Data Element: A data element defines the semantic meaning of a field and links to a domain that defines the technical attributes (data type, length, etc.).
  Domain: Defines technical attributes but no semantic meaning.
  Workflow Container: Workflow container elements must be based on data elements for proper UI and processing.
  Common scenario: In CRM or other SAP modules, custom fields or parameters might be created as domains or structures but not as data elements, causing this error.
  
  Summary:
  
  The error means a non-data element object is used where a data element is required.
  Fix by ensuring the field or parameter is defined as a data element.
  Create or assign the correct data element in SE11.
  Adjust workflow or interface definitions accordingly.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., transaction, program, or workflow step), I can help with more specific instructions.