How To Fix WI402 - No objects exist in the specified selection


WI402 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WI - BPT Workflow: Messages from Info System

  • Message number: 402

  • Message text: No objects exist in the specified selection

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WI402 - No objects exist in the specified selection ?
    Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WI402 - No objects exist in the specified selection:
    
    SAP Error Message: WI402 - No objects exist in the specified selection
    
    
    Cause: This error occurs when you try to process or display workflow objects (such as tasks, work items, or container elements) but the system cannot find any objects that match the selection criteria you specified. Common causes include: The selection criteria (e.g., object type, object ID, status, user, date range) are too restrictive or incorrect, resulting in no matching workflow objects. The workflow objects you are trying to access have already been processed, deleted, or do not exist. The workflow container or task you are trying to access is empty or has not been created yet. Incorrect or missing input parameters in the workflow or report selection screen.
    Solution: To resolve the error WI402, you can try the following steps: Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection parameters you entered (such as

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