How To Fix WFRE_CON216 - No reference module assignments found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFRE_CON - Messages for SAP R/3 to SAP F&R Connection

• Message number: 216

• Message text: No reference module assignments found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFRE_CON216 - No reference module assignments found ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WFRE_CON216: No reference module assignments found:
  
  Error Message
  WFRE_CON216: No reference module assignments found
  
  Cause
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when the system tries to determine the reference object for a workflow container element, but it cannot find any reference module assignments for the container element in the workflow definition.
  More specifically:
  
  In SAP Workflow, container elements can have reference objects assigned via reference modules.
  Reference modules are used to determine the object instance (reference object) that a container element points to.
  If no reference module is assigned to a container element, the workflow engine cannot resolve the reference object.
  This typically happens when:
  
  The workflow container element is expected to have a reference object, but no reference module is assigned.
  The workflow definition is incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  The workflow is called or triggered with missing or incorrect parameters.
  Custom workflows or modifications have not assigned reference modules properly.
  
  
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During workflow start or during task processing when the system tries to resolve container references.
  When a step or task requires a reference object but the workflow container element does not have a reference module assigned.
  When using standard SAP workflows or custom workflows that rely on reference objects.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Workflow Container Elements:
  
  Go to transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Open the workflow definition.
  Check the container elements that are supposed to have reference objects.
  Verify if the container element has a reference module assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Reference Modules:
  
  In the workflow container element properties, assign the appropriate reference module.
  Reference modules are usually function modules that return the reference object.
  For example, for a container element representing a Purchase Order, assign a reference module that returns the PO object.
  
  
  
  Verify Workflow Start Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the workflow is started with the correct parameters.
  If the workflow expects a reference object as input, make sure it is passed correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Standard SAP Workflows:
  
  If using standard SAP workflows, check OSS notes or SAP documentation for any known issues.
  Sometimes SAP provides corrections or updates for workflows.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SWUS or SWI1 to analyze workflow logs.
  Debug the workflow to see where the reference module assignment is missing.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If workflows were transported between systems, ensure that all reference modules and related objects are transported correctly.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Reference Modules in SAP Workflow:
  
  Reference modules are function modules assigned to container elements to determine the reference object.
  They are maintained in the workflow container element properties.
  Example reference modules: SAP_WAPI_REF_OBJECTS_GET, SAP_WAPI_REF_OBJECTS_GET_BY_KEY, or custom function modules.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow container and reference modules for your SAP version.
  Example note: 108927 - "WFRE_CON216 No reference module assignments found"
  
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder (to check and maintain workflows)
  SWI1 - Workflow log (to analyze workflow errors)
  SWUS - Workflow analysis
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Workflow container elements and reference modules.
  SAP Workflow Administration guides.
  
  
  
  
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  Error
  WFRE_CON216: No reference module assignments found
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow container element lacks assigned reference module, so reference object cannot be resolved
  
  
  Solution
  Assign appropriate reference modules to container elements in workflow definition; verify workflow start parameters
  
  
  Tools
  SWDD (Workflow Builder), SWI1 (Workflow log), SWUS (Workflow analysis)
  
  
  Related Info
  Reference modules are function modules that return reference objects for container elements
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with a specific workflow or container element, please provide the workflow ID or container element name for more targeted assistance.