How To Fix /SAPPO/MSG003 - &1 &2 &3: Only assign function OR method OR alternative BOR method

/SAPPO/MSG003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPO/MSG -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: &1 &2 &3: Only assign function OR method OR alternative BOR method

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPO/MSG003 - &1 &2 &3: Only assign function OR method OR alternative BOR method ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPO/MSG003 &1 &2 &3: Only assign function OR method OR alternative BOR method typically occurs in the context of Business Object Repository (BOR) or when working with Business Workflow in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a function, method, or alternative BOR method in a workflow or business process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Assignment: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to assign more than one type of callable object (function, method, or alternative BOR method) to a workflow step. SAP allows only one of these types to be assigned at a time.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow definition or in the way the business object is set up.
  Incompatibility: The function or method being assigned may not be compatible with the expected input/output parameters of the workflow.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Assignments: Review the workflow definition and ensure that only one