How To Fix E0385 - Selected process is not a workflow (multistep task)

E0385 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 385

• Message text: Selected process is not a workflow (multistep task)

What causes this issue?

The process code is located in the branch 'processing by workflow'.
However, a task (single-step task) has been selected instead of a
workflow (multistep task).

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?

You can either select a workflow (multistep task) or assign the process
code to the branch 'processing by task' in the tree.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0385 - Selected process is not a workflow (multistep task) ?

  The SAP error message E0385, which states "Selected process is not a workflow (multistep task)," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a process that the system does not recognize as a valid workflow or multistep task. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in areas related to workflow management or process automation.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Process Selection: The process you are trying to execute may not be defined as a workflow in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The workflow may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the selected process.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or bugs that prevent the workflow from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Process Definition:
  
  Check if the selected process is indeed defined as a workflow in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the workflow management area and reviewing the process definitions.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow