How To Fix RE085 - Document now in workflow because the document type has changed

RE085 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Document now in workflow because the document type has changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE085 - Document now in workflow because the document type has changed ?

  The SAP error message RE085 indicates that a document is currently in a workflow because its document type has changed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE) or similar modules where document types are critical for processing and approvals.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a document's type is modified while it is still being processed in a workflow. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual Changes: A user may have changed the document type after the document was already submitted for approval or processing.
  System Configuration: Changes in the configuration settings that affect document types can lead to this issue.
  Workflow Rules: The workflow rules may not accommodate changes in document types once a document is in process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RE085 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Status: Determine the current status of the workflow for the document. If it is still in process, you may need to wait until it