How To Fix WS_TOOL144 - First select a copied type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 144

• Message text: First select a copied type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL144 - First select a copied type ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS_TOOL144 First select a copied type
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP Workflow Builder or related workflow tools when you attempt to perform an action that requires you to first select a "copied type" or a workflow object that has been copied or referenced. The system expects you to select a workflow object (such as a copied container element, task, or type) before proceeding, but none has been selected.
  In other words, the error means that the workflow tool is waiting for you to select a copied workflow type or element before you can continue with the operation (e.g., editing, pasting, or modifying).
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When you try to paste or insert a copied workflow element without selecting the target or source type.
  When working with workflow container elements or tasks that have been copied, but the system does not know where to apply the operation.
  When you try to perform an operation that requires a reference to a copied workflow type but none is selected.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select the copied type first:
  
  Before performing the action, make sure you have selected the copied workflow type or element in the workflow builder interface. This selection is necessary for the system to know the context of your operation.
  
  
  Check your workflow steps:  
  
  If you copied a workflow container element or task, ensure you have selected it in the workflow editor before trying to paste or modify.
  If you are trying to insert a copied element, select the target container or workflow type first.
  
  
  
  Restart the workflow builder:
  
  Sometimes, the UI might not refresh properly. Close and reopen the workflow builder and try the operation again, ensuring you select the copied type.
  
  
  Verify workflow object references:
  
  Make sure the copied workflow type or element is valid and properly copied. If the copy operation was incomplete or corrupted, redo the copy.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is part of the SAP Workflow Builder toolset, which is used to design and manage workflows.
  The message code WS_TOOL144 is specific to workflow tool operations.
  Proper selection of workflow elements is crucial when working with copied or referenced workflow types.
  If you frequently encounter this error, review your workflow design process to ensure correct selection and copying steps.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: No copied workflow type or element selected before performing an operation that requires it.
  Solution: Select the copied type or element first in the workflow builder before proceeding.
  Related info: Occurs in SAP Workflow Builder during copy/paste or modification of workflow elements.
  
  
  If you need more specific guidance, please provide the exact workflow operation you are performing when the error occurs.