How To Fix WZ223 - Choose an object type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Choose an object type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ223 - Choose an object type ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WZ223 - Choose an object type
  
  Cause:
  The message WZ223 - Choose an object type typically appears when the system expects the user to select or specify an object type but none has been chosen. This often happens in scenarios where the user is required to define the type of object (such as a business object, document type, or other classification) before proceeding with a transaction or process.
  For example, in SAP Workflow or Business Object Repository (BOR) related transactions, when creating or modifying objects, the system needs to know the object type to correctly process the request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Object Type:
  
  When prompted with this message, you need to explicitly select or enter the required object type in the relevant field. This could be done by:
  
  Using the search help (F4) to find and select the appropriate object type.
  Manually entering the correct object type code if known.
  
  
  
  Check the Screen or Transaction:
  
  Ensure that all mandatory fields related to object type are filled before proceeding.
  
  
  Verify Customizing or Configuration:
  
  If the message appears unexpectedly or the object type list is empty, check the configuration or customizing settings related to the transaction or module you are working in. Missing or incorrect configuration might cause the system not to display available object types.
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Help:
  
  Use SAP Help or transaction-specific documentation to understand which object types are valid in the context you are working.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Context of Occurrence:
  
  This message is common in SAP Workflow (transaction SWO1, SWDD), Business Object Repository (BOR), or other modules where object types are fundamental.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  SWO1 (Business Object Builder)  
  SWDD (Workflow Builder)  
  Other module-specific transactions requiring object type input.
  
  
  
  Message Class:
  
  The message class for WZ223 is usually WZ which is related to Workflow or BOR messages.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  If the issue persists or seems to be a system error, check SAP Notes for any known bugs or patches related to message WZ223.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: No object type selected when required.  
  Solution: Select or enter the appropriate object type before proceeding.  
  Check: Configuration, mandatory fields, and use search help to find valid object types.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this message appears, I can give more tailored advice.