How To Fix WL210 - Default method not defined for object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WL - Workflow: run-time messages

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Default method not defined for object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL210 - Default method not defined for object &1 ?

  The SAP error message WL210 "Default method not defined for object &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a default method for the specified object type, which is necessary for the workflow to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Method: The primary cause of this error is that the workflow object (e.g., a business object) does not have a default method defined. This can happen if the object was not properly configured or if the method was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified in the error message may not be correctly defined in the system or may not have the necessary methods associated with it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the workflow configuration or the business object definition in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Default Method:
  
  Go to the transaction code SWO1 (Business Object Builder).
  Find the object type mentioned in the error message (replace &1 with the actual object name).
  Check if a default method is defined for this object. If not, you will need to create or assign a default method.
  To define a method, you can create a new method or assign an existing one as the default.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) to check the workflow definition that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the workflow is correctly configured to use the appropriate business object and its methods.
  
  
  
  Review Object Type:
  
  Ensure that the object type is correctly defined and activated in the system.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing components in the object definition.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the object was recently transported from another system, ensure that all necessary components were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and workflow to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to identify where the error occurs and gather more context about the object and method being called.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WL210 error and ensure that the workflow can proceed as intended.