How To Fix WK220 - No columns in table < & > for folder < & >

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 220

• Message text: No columns in table < & > for folder < & >

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WK220 - No columns in table < & > for folder < & > ?

  The SAP error message:
  WK220 No columns in table < & > for folder < & >
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow (transaction SWDD, SWI1, etc.) when the system tries to access or display workflow container elements related to a table, but finds that the table has no columns defined for the specified folder.
  
  Explanation / Cause
  
  
  Context:
  
  In SAP Workflow, container elements can be structured in folders and tables. Each folder can contain tables, and each table should have columns defined to display or process data properly.
  
  
  Cause:
  
  The error message indicates that the workflow container references a table (container element) that does not have any columns defined in the specified folder. This can happen if:
  
  The workflow container element is incorrectly defined or incomplete.
  The table structure in the workflow container is empty or corrupted.
  There is a mismatch or missing metadata for the container element.
  The workflow is trying to display or process a container element that is expected to have columns, but none are assigned.
  
  
  
  
  Where it occurs
  
  When you try to display or edit workflow container elements in the workflow builder (SWDD).
  When a workflow runtime tries to access container elements for processing or display.
  When a custom workflow container element is defined as a table but without columns.
  
  
  How to solve / Troubleshooting steps
  
  
  Check the Workflow Container Definition:
  
  Go to the workflow builder (transaction SWDD).
  Open the workflow in question.
  Navigate to the container tab.
  Check the container elements defined as tables.
  Verify if the table container element has columns defined.
  If no columns are defined, add the necessary columns to the table container element.
  
  
  
  Check the Folder Structure:
  
  In the container editor, check the folder structure.
  Ensure that the folder mentioned in the error message exists and contains the correct table and columns.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Correct the Container Element:
  
  If the container element is corrupted or incomplete, delete and recreate it properly.
  Make sure to define the table columns correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or Upgrade Issues:
  
  Sometimes, transports or system upgrades can cause inconsistencies in workflow container definitions.
  Verify if recent transports affected the workflow.
  Reimport or fix the workflow container elements if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and Patches:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WK220.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Message Class: WK2 (Workflow)
  Message Number: 220
  Related Transactions: SWDD (Workflow Builder), SWI1 (Workflow Log), SWU3 (Workflow Customizing)
  Related Tables: The container elements are stored in workflow tables like SWW_CONT and metadata in SWW_CONTDEF.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow container table element has no columns defined for the specified folder.
  
  
  Effect
  Workflow cannot display or process the container element properly, causing error WK220.
  
  
  Solution
  Check and define columns for the table container element in the workflow container editor.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact workflow or container element details, I can help you with more specific instructions.