How To Fix WS_TOOL053 - Enter a reference object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Enter a reference object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL053 - Enter a reference object ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WS_TOOL053: Enter a reference object
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a required reference object is missing during a workflow or business object processing step. In SAP Workflow or Business Object Repository (BOR) contexts, certain tasks or methods expect a reference object (an instance of a business object) to be specified. If this reference object is not provided or is empty, the system raises the WS_TOOL053 error.
  Typically, this happens when:
  
  A workflow step or method is called without specifying the necessary reference object.
  The binding of the reference object in the workflow container is missing or incorrect.
  The object key or ID is not passed or is invalid.
  The workflow or tool expects an object but receives a blank or null value.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WS_TOOL053 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Container Bindings:
  
  Go to the workflow builder (transaction SWDD).
  Open the workflow and check the container elements.
  Ensure that the reference object is correctly bound to the workflow