How To Fix WI709 - Enter a task (type T)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 709

• Message text: Enter a task (type T)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WI709 - Enter a task (type T) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WI709 - Enter a task (type T)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Workflow system when you try to process or complete a workflow step that requires a task to be specified, but no task of type T (Task) has been entered or assigned. In SAP Workflow terminology, a Task (type T) is a basic unit of work that can be assigned to a user or a role.
  Typically, this message appears when:
  
  A workflow step expects a task to be defined, but the task is missing.
  The workflow container or step configuration is incomplete or incorrect.
  The task assignment or task definition is not maintained properly in the workflow.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Task (type T): In SAP Workflow, tasks are categorized by types. Type T refers to standard tasks that represent a unit of work.
  The workflow step cannot proceed without a valid task assigned.
  The error prompts the user or workflow administrator to enter or assign a valid task.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Workflow Step Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction PFTC (Task Maintenance).
  Verify that the task exists and is of type T.
  Ensure the task is active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check the Workflow Definition:
  
  Use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Open the workflow and navigate to the step where the error occurs.
  Confirm that the step has a task assigned and that the task is of type T.
  If missing, assign the correct task to the step.
  
  
  
  Check Task Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the task is assigned to the correct agents (users, roles, organizational units).
  Use transaction SWIA or SWI1 to check workflow instances and tasks.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Container:
  
  Verify that the workflow container has the necessary data to trigger the task.
  Sometimes missing or incorrect container elements can cause the task not to be recognized.
  
  
  
  Activate and Test:
  
  After corrections, activate the workflow and task.
  Test the workflow to ensure the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common during workflow development or customization when tasks are not properly linked.
  If you are a workflow developer or administrator, always ensure that each workflow step has a valid task assigned.
  Refer to SAP Help or SAP Notes for specific issues related to your SAP version.
  Use transaction SWI1 to monitor workflow logs and identify where the error occurs.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WI709 - Enter a task (type T)
  
  
  Cause
  Missing or undefined task of type T in workflow step
  
  
  Solution
  Assign a valid task (type T) to the workflow step in SWDD and ensure task is active in PFTC
  
  
  Transactions
  PFTC (Task Maintenance), SWDD (Workflow Builder), SWIA/SWI1 (Workflow Monitoring)
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide details about the workflow and the step where the error occurs.