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What is top-level work item in SAP BC-BMT-WFM - SAP Business Workflow?


SAP Term: top-level work item

  • Component: BC-BMT-WFM

  • Component Name: SAP Business Workflow

  • Description: Work item that is highest in the hierarchy in the execution of a workflow. If a task is started as a single step, the associated dialog work item is the top-level work item. If a workflow has been started, the workflow work item is the top-level work item, unless the workflow was started as a subworkflow. If this is the case, the top-level work item is the workflow work item of the highest calling workflow.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    A top-level work item is the highest level of a workflow in SAP Business Workflow. It is the main container for all the tasks and activities that are part of a workflow. It is created when a workflow is initiated and contains all the information related to the workflow, such as the workflow definition, the participants, and the tasks. 
    
    How to use it: 
    To create a top-level work item, you must first define a workflow in SAP Business Workflow. Once you have defined the workflow, you can initiate it by creating a top-level work item. This will create a container for all the tasks and activities associated with the workflow. You can then assign tasks to participants and monitor the progress of the workflow. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When creating a top-level work item, make sure to include all relevant information about the workflow, such as the participants and tasks. This will ensure that everyone involved in the workflow has access to all necessary information. Additionally, make sure to monitor the progress of the workflow regularly to ensure that it is progressing as expected. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information on SAP Business Workflow and how to create top-level work items, please refer to SAP's official documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_BUSINESS_WORKFLOW/731/en-US.
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