A task group must be defined to make tasks and workflows with which you can define a workflow ad hoc available. This task group must contain all tasks and workflows that you can use for the definition of the workflow. For further information, refer to Defining Task Groups for Ad Hoc Workflows.

1. To define a workflow ad hoc you must select a work item in the Business Workplace, which has an application object, and choose Environment ® Start Workflow.

This displays the dialog box Start Workflow. All workflows that can be started immediately are listed on the left.

2. Select Create workflow to define a workflow that uses the application object.

This displays the Workflow Builder for creating an ad hoc workflow. The task group defined for the application object type is displayed in the tray My workflows and tasks.

3. Define the workflow.

Use the tasks available in the tray My workflows and tasks. In the workflow definition select the position at which the task is to be inserted. Then select the task in the tray and Choose in the context menu. In the step type area there is a number of step types from the Workflow Builder available, which you can use in your workflow. For further information about the step types available and their uses, refer to Step Types and Their Symbols.

4. Save your ad hoc workflow. Give your workflow an abbreviation and a name when doing so.

You should always save the workflow as a local object. The workflow system administrator can assign the workflow to a development class at a later date as well.

5. Exit the Workflow Builder.