How To Fix WZ518 - & object(s) for work item found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 518

• Message text: & object(s) for work item found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ518 - & object(s) for work item found ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WZ518:
  
  SAP Error Message: WZ518
  Message Text:
  
  Object(s) for work item found
  
  1. Cause
  The error message WZ518 typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow. It indicates that there are still objects (such as business objects or workflow containers) linked to a particular work item. This situation usually arises when you try to delete or change a workflow task or work item that is still associated with one or more objects.
  In other words, the system prevents the deletion or modification of the work item because it is still referenced by objects in the workflow. This is a safeguard to avoid inconsistencies or loss of data integrity in the workflow processing.
  
  2. When does it occur?
  
  When attempting to delete a work item that is still linked to workflow container objects.
  When trying to change or reassign a work item that has dependent objects.
  During workflow cleanup or administration tasks where work items are being removed or modified.
  
  
  3. Solution
  To resolve the WZ518 error, you need to:
  
  
  Identify the objects linked to the work item:
  
  Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI5 (Work Item Display) to find the work item and check its linked objects.
  
  
  Remove or reassign the linked objects:
  
  Depending on the business process, either remove the references to these objects or complete the processing of these objects so that the work item can be safely deleted or modified.
  
  
  Complete or delete the work item properly:
  
  If the work item is no longer needed, complete it via the workflow inbox or use workflow administration tools to delete it after ensuring no linked objects remain.
  
  
  Check workflow container and binding:
  
  Sometimes, the workflow container still holds references to objects. Review the workflow container elements and clear or update them as necessary.
  
  
  Use workflow tools for cleanup:
  
  SAP provides tools and reports to clean up workflow inconsistencies, such as SWU_OBUF (Workflow Object Buffer) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Analysis).
  
  
  
  4. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 – Work Item Selection
  SWI5 – Work Item Display
  SWU_OBUF – Workflow Object Buffer
  SWI2_FREQ – Work Item Analysis
  SWI6 – Workflow Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow errors and cleanup procedures if the problem persists.
  
  
  Workflow Concepts:
  
  Understanding workflow container, binding, and object references is crucial. The workflow container holds data objects that are passed between workflow steps. If these are not cleared or properly handled, errors like WZ518 can occur.
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete workflow work items.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Work item still linked to one or more objects; system prevents deletion/modification.
  
  
  Solution
  Identify and remove/reassign linked objects; complete or properly delete the work item.
  
  
  Tools
  SWI1, SWI5, SWU_OBUF, SWI2_FREQ, SWI6
  
  
  Notes
  Review workflow container bindings; check SAP Notes for related issues and fixes.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact scenario or transaction where you encounter this error, I can help with more specific steps.