How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS160 - Application cannot be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Application cannot be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS160 - Application cannot be initial ?

  The SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS160: Application cannot be initial typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Business Workplace (SBWP) when there is an issue initializing or starting a workflow or a related application component.
  
  Cause
  
  The error "Application cannot be initial" usually means that the workflow or the application component that is supposed to be started or processed is not properly initialized.
  This can happen if:
  
  The workflow container or the task is missing required data or context.
  The application component (e.g., a workflow task, a business object, or a method) is not correctly configured or is missing.
  There is a problem with the workflow definition or the workflow runtime environment.
  The workflow is trying to start an application that is not available or not properly linked.
  The workflow container element that is expected to be filled is empty or initial (uninitialized).
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition and Container:
  
  Verify that the workflow task or step that triggers the application has all required container elements filled.
  Use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to check the workflow definition.
  Check the container elements and ensure that the data passed to the application component is not initial or empty.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Runtime Logs:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWEL to check workflow logs and event logs for more detailed error messages.
  Look for missing or incorrect data in the workflow container.
  
  
  
  Check Application Component:
  
  Verify that the application component (e.g., method, business object) called by the workflow is active and correctly implemented.
  If the workflow calls a custom method or application, ensure that the method is not returning initial or empty data.
  
  
  
  Debug the Workflow:
  
  Use transaction SWUS or SWI2_DIAG to diagnose workflow errors.
  You can also set breakpoints in the workflow methods or container processing to see where the initialization fails.
  
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for OSS Notes related to WGDS_PROCESS160 or workflow initialization errors.
  Sometimes SAP releases patches or notes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Reset Workflow:
  
  If the workflow definition is corrupted, try to recreate the workflow or reset the workflow container elements.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  SWEL - Event Log
  SWUS - Workflow Error Analysis
  SWI2_DIAG - Workflow Diagnosis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and KBAs:
  
  Check SAP Notes for specific issues related to WGDS_PROCESS160.
  Example search terms: "WGDS_PROCESS160 Application cannot be initial", "workflow application initialization error".
  
  
  
  Common Context:
  
  This error is common in workflows that involve custom development or integration with external applications.
  It may also occur if the workflow container elements are not properly mapped or if the workflow is triggered with incomplete data.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which workflow or application you are running, the exact scenario), I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.