How To Fix 5W703 - Function code & cannot be a root because it is not of type HOME

5W703 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Function code & cannot be a root because it is not of type HOME

What causes this issue?

Root nodes are identified by an empty, superordinate node. They can
only have the type 'HOME'

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a suitable superordinate node, or change the type of the current
node to 'HOME'.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

5W703 - Details

• The SAP error message 5W703 indicates that a function code cannot be designated as a root because it is not of type HOME. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Business Workflow or when dealing with function modules and their configurations.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to set a function code as a root function in a workflow or a similar context, but the function code does not meet the criteria of being a "HOME" type. In SAP, a "HOME" function code is usually one that is defined as a starting point or a primary entry point for a particular process or workflow.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Function Code Type: Verify the type of the function code you are trying to set as a root. Ensure that it is defined as a HOME type. You can do this by checking the function code's