workflow task vs workflow template

[Former Member]

hi all,

may i know what is the difference between workflow task and workflow template?

appreciate if can provide a simple example of the difference.

thanks

[Former Member · Accepted solution]

Hello,

I have never found a use for the worklfow task.

Stick with workflow template.

regards

Rick Bakker / hanabi technology

PS Has anyone found a use for the workflow task (WF....) or is it obsolete?

[keohanster · Accepted solution]

IMHO, a task is a single step which may get executed, for example in some cases the IDOC scenarios.  There is just one thing to be done, and no complex logic in it.

A workflow can contain many tasks.  It can contain simple to complex logic, with multiple steps for users to act upon.

A workflow template is indeed  the design-time version of your 'workflow' and it is type 'WS'.

A workflow instance is created when your purchase req needs release, or when your invoice needs approval.  It will use the template WSnnnnnnnn - and create a technical log which will allow you to see what tasks are evaluated and executed.

I hope this helps,

Sue