How To Fix WK205 - Select a column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WK - BPT: Messages integr. inbox

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Select a column

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WK205 - Select a column ?

  SAP Error Message: WK205 - "Select a column"
  
  Cause:
  The error message WK205 "Select a column" typically occurs in SAP Workflow when you are trying to define or modify a workflow step, rule, or container element and the system expects you to select a column (field) from a table or structure but none has been selected.
  This usually happens in scenarios such as:
  
  Defining a workflow container element or binding where a table or structure is involved.
  Setting up a rule or condition where a field (column) from a table must be specified.
  Using the workflow builder or rule editor and forgetting to select a specific column from a list or dropdown.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WK205 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the context where the error occurs: Are you working on a workflow container, rule, or step?
  
  
  Select the required column/field:
  
  When the system prompts you to select a column, make sure you explicitly choose a field from the available list.
  For example, if you are binding a container element to a table, select the appropriate column from the table structure.
  In the rule editor, ensure that the condition or expression references a specific column.
  
  
  
  Check the data source:
  
  Verify that the table or structure you are working with is correctly defined and contains the columns you expect.
  If the table is empty or the structure is not properly assigned, the system may not show columns to select.
  
  
  
  Save and test:
  
  After selecting the column, save your changes and test the workflow or rule again.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Workflow Container Elements: When creating or modifying container elements, you often need to specify the data type and the exact field (column) if the data type is a table or structure.
  
  
  Rule Editor: In the rule editor, conditions often require you to select a field from a table or structure to compare or evaluate.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: If the problem persists, check SAP Notes related to workflow errors or the SAP Help Portal for workflow container and rule setup.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  PFTC - Task Maintenance
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: No column (field) selected where the system expects one.
  Solution: Explicitly select the required column from the available list in the workflow container, rule, or step definition.
  Check: Data source correctness and workflow configuration.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which transaction or step you are performing), I can give more precise guidance.