How To Fix WK508 - No detailed data available.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 508

• Message text: No detailed data available.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WK508 - No detailed data available. ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WK508 - No detailed data available
  
  Cause:
  The error message WK508 typically occurs in the SAP Workflow module. It indicates that the system could not find any detailed data for a particular workflow container element or object instance that it expected to process.
  This usually happens when:
  
  The workflow is trying to access container data or object attributes that are not filled or do not exist.
  The workflow is triggered for an object instance that has no detailed data maintained.
  The workflow container element is incorrectly defined or the binding is missing.
  The object instance referenced in the workflow does not have the expected data in the database.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During workflow execution, when the system tries to read detailed data for an object instance.
  When a workflow step or method tries to access container elements or object attributes that are empty or not properly bound.
  When the workflow is started with incomplete or incorrect parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Container Bindings:
  
  Verify that the container elements in the workflow are correctly bound to the object attributes or data elements.
  Use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to inspect the container and ensure the data is correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Instance Data:
  
  Check if the object instance (e.g., business object) used in the workflow has the required detailed data.
  Use transaction SWO1 to inspect the business object and its attributes.
  Use transaction SWO2 to check the object instance data.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Start Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the workflow is started with the correct parameters and that the object instance passed to the workflow exists and contains data.
  
  
  
  Debug the Workflow:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to find the workflow instances.
  Use SWI5 or SWI6 to analyze the workflow log.
  Debug the workflow step where the error occurs to see which container element or object attribute is missing.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing or Incorrect Data:
  
  If the workflow depends on data from other modules (e.g., HR, MM, SD), verify that the data exists and is consistent.
  Sometimes, missing master data or transactional data can cause this error.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust the Workflow:
  
  If the workflow design is incorrect, adjust the container elements or the binding.
  Recreate the workflow step or method if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SWO1 - Business Object Builder
  SWO2 - Object Instance Maintenance
  SWI1 - Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Log
  SWI5 / SWI6 - Workflow Log Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to WK508 for specific scenarios or patches.
  Sometimes, this error can be caused by known bugs fixed in support packages.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Workflow triggered on a document that was deleted or not yet saved.
  Workflow container element expecting a structure or table but receiving an empty or null value.
  Custom workflows where container elements are not properly initialized.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  WK508 - No detailed data available means the workflow cannot find the expected detailed data for an object or container element. The solution involves verifying workflow container bindings, ensuring the object instance has the required data, checking workflow start parameters, and debugging the workflow to identify missing or incorrect data.
  
  If you provide the specific workflow or business object context, I can help you with more targeted troubleshooting steps.