Nested workflows FAQ

Can I use external variables in any workflow?

No, external variables can only be used in nested workflows. Nested workflows are workflows that have the Begin block set to Nested. The parent workflow passes data to the nested workflow through external variables.

Can I switch my nested workflow to another workflow type?

You cannot change a nested workflow to another workflow type if it is being used by a parent workflow. You'll need to remove the nested workflow from the nested workflow block in the parent workflow before you can change the nested workflow.

I created a nested workflow, but cannot view it in the parent workflow

Ensure that the nested workflow you created shares the same object type, for example, users, as the parent. 

I get the following error when adding a nested workflow block to another nested workflow:

Begin element has an issue: Can't have action of nested workflow and nested workflow

Nested workflows can only be one level deep. This means that a nested workflow cannot contain another nested workflow.