How To Fix WPPERS115 - Internal error: Field &1 for application &2 unknown.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPPERS - Personalization for Web Applications

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Internal error: Field &1 for application &2 unknown.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPPERS115 - Internal error: Field &1 for application &2 unknown. ?

  The SAP error message:
  WPPERS115 Internal error: Field &1 for application &2 unknown.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP Workflow or Business Process Management (BPM) scenarios when the system tries to access or reference a field that is not defined or recognized in the context of a particular application or object type.
  
  The placeholder &1 represents the field name that the system cannot find.
  The placeholder &2 represents the application or object type in which the field is expected.
  
  Common causes include:
  
  A mismatch or inconsistency in the data dictionary (DDIC) structure or metadata.
  The workflow or process definition refers to a field that does not exist or has been renamed/deleted.
  Custom developments or enhancements that reference non-existing fields.
  Transport or system copy issues where metadata is incomplete or inconsistent.
  Incorrect or outdated interface definitions in the workflow container or task.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Field and Application:
  
  Identify the exact field name (&1) and application (&2) from the error message.
  Verify if the field exists in the data dictionary (SE11) for the given application/object type.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow or BPM Definitions:
  
  In transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder), check the container elements of the workflow or task.
  Ensure that the field referenced in the container or binding exists and is correctly spelled.
  Check the interface definitions and method parameters if the workflow calls any function modules or methods.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If custom code or enhancements are involved, verify that the field names used in the code match the current data dictionary.
  Adjust the code or workflow definitions accordingly.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the error appeared after a transport or system copy, verify that all relevant objects (DDIC, workflows, interfaces) have been transported correctly.
  Reimport or re-activate the affected objects if necessary.
  
  
  
  Re-Generate or Re-Activate Objects:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating the workflow or interface objects can resolve metadata inconsistencies.
  Use SWU3 (Workflow Customizing) to check and fix workflow customizing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WPPERS115 for any known issues or patches.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the exact error message, system details, and steps to reproduce.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SE11 - Data Dictionary
  SWU3 - Workflow Customizing
  SE80 - Object Navigator (to check classes, interfaces)
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  This error is common in SAP Workflow (WF) and Business Process Management (BPM).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WPPERS115.
  
  
  
  General Advice:
  
  Always ensure that workflow container elements and interface parameters are synchronized with the underlying data dictionary.
  Maintain consistent transport and activation procedures to avoid metadata mismatches.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact field and application names from the error message, I can help you with more specific guidance.