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How To Fix WL416 - Workflow '&': No successor exists for CASE node & with value '&'


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 416

  • Message text: Workflow '&': No successor exists for CASE node & with value '&'

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  • What causes this issue?

    The workflow definition is incomplete.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    INCLUDE NA_WF-ADMINISTRATOR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL416 - Workflow '&': No successor exists for CASE node & with value '&' ?

    The SAP error message WL416 indicates that there is an issue with a workflow in SAP Business Workflow. Specifically, it states that there is no successor for a CASE node in the workflow definition. This typically occurs when the workflow is trying to evaluate a CASE node, but none of the defined branches (successors) match the current value being processed.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Successor: The most common cause is that the value being evaluated in the CASE node does not match any of the defined branches. This means that there is no corresponding successor for the given value.
    2. Incorrect Value: The value being passed to the CASE node may be incorrect or not as expected, leading to a situation where no matching branch exists.
    3. Workflow Definition Issues: There may be issues in the workflow definition itself, such as missing or incorrectly configured branches in the CASE node.

    Solution:

    1. Check Workflow Definition:

      • Open the workflow definition in the SAP Workflow Builder (transaction code SWDD).
      • Locate the CASE node that is causing the issue.
      • Verify that all possible values that can be passed to the CASE node have corresponding branches defined.
    2. Add Missing Branches:

      • If you find that there are values that can be passed to the CASE node without a corresponding branch, you should add those branches to handle those values appropriately.
    3. Validate Input Values:

      • Ensure that the values being passed to the CASE node are correct and as expected. You may need to trace back to the point where the value is set to ensure it is being set correctly.
    4. Testing:

      • After making changes, test the workflow to ensure that it behaves as expected and that the error does not occur again.
    5. Error Handling:

      • Consider implementing error handling within the workflow to manage cases where an unexpected value is encountered. This can help prevent the workflow from failing outright.

    Related Information:

    • Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction SWI1 to monitor workflow instances and see where the error occurs.
    • Workflow Logs: Check the workflow logs for additional details about the error and the context in which it occurred.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on workflow design and CASE nodes for best practices and examples.
    • SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message WL416.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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