How To Fix WFF_FORM_SERVER204 - Object selection using service ID for object type & is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFF_FORM_SERVER - Web Financials Forms: Form Server

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Object selection using service ID for object type & is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFF_FORM_SERVER204 - Object selection using service ID for object type & is not supported ?

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  SAP Error Message:
  WFF_FORM_SERVER204: Object selection using service ID for object type & is not supported
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Workflow system when a workflow tries to select or identify an object instance using a service ID for a particular object type, but the system does not support this method of object selection for that object type.
  
  In SAP Workflow, objects can be identified by different keys, such as object IDs or service IDs.
  Some object types do not support selection or identification via service IDs.
  When a workflow step or a function module attempts to use a service ID for such an object type, the system raises this error.
  
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When a workflow template or task is designed to use service IDs for object selection, but the underlying object type does not have service ID support.
  When custom workflow development or enhancements incorrectly use service IDs for object types that do not support them.
  During workflow runtime when the system tries to resolve an object instance using a service ID.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Object Type:
  
  Identify the object type involved in the workflow step or function module.
  Verify if this object type supports service ID-based selection.
  
  
  
  Use Object ID Instead of Service ID:
  
  Modify the workflow or the relevant code to use the object ID (the standard unique identifier) instead of the service ID.
  This usually involves changing the method or parameter that passes the object key.
  
  
  
  Adjust Workflow Design:
  
  If the workflow template or task is using service IDs, redesign it to use object IDs.
  Check the binding of the workflow container elements and ensure they use the correct object keys.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Sometimes SAP provides notes or patches if this is a known issue with certain object types.
  Search SAP Support Portal for the error message or related notes.
  
  
  
  Custom Development:
  
  If custom objects or services are involved, ensure that the object type's methods and interfaces support service ID selection.
  Implement or adjust the object type methods to handle service IDs if necessary (advanced and requires development).
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Workflow Object Types: Each object type in SAP Workflow has specific methods and keys for identification.
  Service ID vs Object ID: Service ID is often used in service-oriented architectures or web services, but not all SAP object types support it.
  Transaction SWO1: Use this transaction to check the object type definition and its supported methods.
  Workflow Logs: Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to analyze workflow logs and identify where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to WFF_FORM_SERVER204 or object selection issues.
  
  
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  Error
  WFF_FORM_SERVER204: Object selection using service ID for object type & is not supported
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to select an object instance using service ID for an object type that does not support it
  
  
  Solution
  Use object ID instead of service ID; adjust workflow design or custom code accordingly
  
  
  Tools
  SWO1 (object type), SWI1/SWI2_FREQ (workflow logs), SAP Notes
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific object type or workflow context, I can help you with more targeted advice.