How To Fix WI718 - No application component selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 718

• Message text: No application component selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WI718 - No application component selected ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WI718 No application component selected:
  
  Error Message
  WI718 No application component selected
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to create or process a workflow in SAP but have not selected an application component. The application component is a mandatory field that categorizes the workflow according to the relevant SAP module or business area (e.g., MM, SD, FI). Without this selection, the system cannot determine the context or the relevant objects for the workflow.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When creating a new workflow template or task and the application component field is left blank.
  When trying to start or process a workflow that requires an application component but none is assigned.
  During workflow configuration or customizing steps where the application component is a required parameter.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Select an Application Component:
  
  When creating or editing the workflow, ensure that you select the appropriate application component from the dropdown list.
  This is usually done in the initial screen or header of the workflow template/task.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) or PFTC (Task Maintenance).
  Open the workflow or task and verify that the application component is assigned.
  If missing, assign the correct application component relevant to your business process.
  
  
  
  Customizing:
  
  If the application component list is empty or missing relevant entries, check the customizing settings.
  Use transaction SPRO ? SAP Reference IMG ? Cross-Application Components ? SAP Business Workflow ? Basic Settings ? Define Application Components.
  Ensure that the required application components are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Sometimes, the user may not have authorization to see or select certain application components.
  Verify user roles and authorizations related to workflow and application components.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Application Component in SAP Workflow helps in categorizing workflows and tasks, making it easier to manage and assign responsibilities.
  This error is quite common during initial workflow setup or when workflows are transported between systems without proper configuration.
  Always ensure that the workflow templates and tasks are properly maintained with all mandatory fields filled.
  
  
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  Error Message
  WI718 No application component selected
  
  
  Cause
  Missing application component selection
  
  
  Solution
  Select the appropriate application component in workflow/task
  
  
  Transaction Codes
  SWDD, PFTC, SPRO
  
  
  Customizing Path
  Cross-Application Components ? SAP Business Workflow ? Basic Settings ? Define Application Components
  
  
  
  
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