How To Fix WS_TOOL217 - Missing entry &1 in Header-Table!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Missing entry &1 in Header-Table!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL217 - Missing entry &1 in Header-Table! ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS_TOOL217 Missing entry &1 in Header-Table!
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP Workflow or Business Workplace (SBWP) when the system expects a certain entry (usually a header or control record) in a header table but cannot find it. The placeholder &1 is replaced by the actual missing entry key or identifier.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  A workflow container or task references a header record that has been deleted or never created.
  Incomplete or inconsistent data in workflow tables.
  Corruption or missing entries in workflow header tables such as SWWWIHEAD or related tables.
  Issues during workflow import/export or transport where header entries are not properly maintained.
  Custom developments or enhancements that manipulate workflow data incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Entry:
  
  Check the exact value of &1 in the error message to know which entry is missing.
  Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Workflow Logs) to trace the workflow instance or work item related to the missing header.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Tables:
  
  Use SE16/SE16N to check tables like SWWWIHEAD (Workflow Header), SWWCONT (Container), and SWWWIITEM (Work Item).
  Verify if the header entry exists or is missing.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Repair Missing Entries:
  
  If the header entry is missing, try to recreate the workflow instance or restart the workflow.
  If the workflow is stuck, consider deleting the problematic workflow instance and restarting it.
  Use transaction SWU_OBUF to recompile workflow objects if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or Import Issues:
  
  If the error appeared after a transport or system copy, verify that all workflow objects and related data were correctly imported.
  Re-import or adjust transports if needed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WS_TOOL217 for any known bugs or patches.
  Example SAP Note: 1234567 (hypothetical) might address workflow header inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review:
  
  If custom code manipulates workflow headers or containers, review it for correctness.
  Ensure that all required header entries are created before referencing them.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Workflow Tables:
  
  SWWWIHEAD - Workflow Header Table
  SWWWIITEM - Workflow Items
  SWWCONT - Workflow Container
  SWWLOGHIST - Workflow Log History
  
  
  
  Useful Transactions:
  
  SWI1 - Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Logs
  SWU_OBUF - Recompile Workflow Objects
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to workflow inconsistencies or WS_TOOL217 error.
  
  
  
  General Advice:
  
  Always backup workflow data before manual corrections.
  Test changes in a development or quality system before applying in production.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or the value of &1, I can help you with more specific guidance.