How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS181 - Message &1 data is empty. Process aborted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Message &1 data is empty. Process aborted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS181 - Message &1 data is empty. Process aborted. ?

  The SAP error message:
  WGDS_PROCESS181: Message &1 data is empty. Process aborted.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the processing of workflow or document-related data in SAP when the system expects certain data to be present but finds it empty or missing. The placeholder &1 in the message is replaced by the specific message or data type that is empty.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Missing or incomplete data in workflow container elements.
  Empty or uninitialized variables or parameters passed to a workflow step or function module.
  Data extraction or transfer steps where the expected data is not available.
  Issues in the workflow or process definition where required data is not maintained or populated.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the specific data/message causing the error:
  
  Check the exact message text replacing &1 to understand which data is empty.
  Review the workflow log or application log to find the context of the error.
  
  
  
  Check the workflow container or process data:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_DIAG to analyze the workflow instance.
  Verify that all required container elements or variables are correctly filled before the step that fails.
  
  
  
  Review the workflow or process definition:
  
  Use transaction PFTC or SWDD to check the workflow steps and their input/output parameters.
  Ensure that the data mapping and data retrieval logic are correct.
  
  
  
  Debug the workflow or program:
  
  If necessary, debug the workflow or the ABAP program/function module involved to see why the data is empty.
  Check for any missing data retrieval or assignment statements.
  
  
  
  Check related master data or configuration:
  
  Sometimes missing master data or incorrect configuration can cause data to be empty.
  Verify that all necessary master data (e.g., business partner, document data) is maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes and documentation:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WGDS_PROCESS181 for any known issues or patches.
  Review SAP Help Portal or community forums for similar cases.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction codes: SWI1, SWI2_DIAG, SWDD, PFTC
  SAP module: Workflow (WF), Document Management System (DMS), or any module using workflows.
  Common SAP Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to workflow errors and message WGDS_PROCESS181.
  Debugging tips: Use workflow trace and ABAP debugger to analyze data flow.
  
  
  If you provide the exact message text replacing &1 or the context in which the error occurs, I can help with a more specific diagnosis.