How To Fix SBPT_WIZARDS022 - Create no more than seven steps in a wizard

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBPT_WIZARDS - Wizards: Wizard Runtime System and Wizard Builder

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Create no more than seven steps in a wizard

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBPT_WIZARDS022 - Create no more than seven steps in a wizard ?

  The SAP error message SBPT_WIZARDS022 indicates that you are trying to create a wizard with more than the allowed limit of seven steps. This limitation is in place to ensure that wizards remain user-friendly and manageable, as too many steps can lead to confusion and a poor user experience.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to define a wizard in SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) or SAP Business Application Studio that exceeds the maximum number of steps allowed (which is seven). Each step in a wizard typically represents a distinct part of a process or a set of user inputs.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should review the design of your wizard and ensure that it contains no more than seven steps. Here are some steps you can take:
  
  
  Review the Steps: Go through the steps you have defined in your wizard. Identify if any steps can be combined or if any information can be presented in a different way.
  
  
  Consolidate Information: If possible, consolidate multiple steps into a single step. For example, if two steps are collecting related information, consider merging them into one step with multiple fields.
  
  
  Use Conditional Logic: If your wizard has optional steps, consider using conditional logic to show or hide steps based on user input. This can help keep the number of visible steps within the limit.
  
  
  Reassess the Workflow: Evaluate the overall workflow of the wizard. Sometimes, a redesign of the process can help reduce the number of steps while still achieving the desired outcome.
  
  
  User Feedback: If applicable, gather feedback from users to understand which steps are essential and which can be eliminated or combined.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on creating wizards and best practices for user interface design.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  User Experience (UX) Principles: Familiarize yourself with UX principles that can help in designing effective wizards, focusing on simplicity and clarity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to adjust your wizard to comply with the seven-step limit and avoid the SBPT_WIZARDS022 error.