How To Fix UCS0208 - The task sequence contains a recursion

UCS0208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 208

• Message text: The task sequence contains a recursion

What causes this issue?

Two or more tasks have reciprocal references: The first task is defined
as a preceding task of the the second task and vice versa.

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?

Delete a preceding task.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

UCS0208 - Details

• The SAP error message UCS0208, which states "The task sequence contains a recursion," typically occurs in the context of workflow or task sequence definitions within SAP systems. This error indicates that there is a recursive call in the task sequence, meaning that a task is trying to call itself directly or indirectly, leading to an infinite loop.
  
  Cause:
  
  Recursive Task Definition: The most common cause is that a task is defined in such a way that it calls itself either directly or through a series of other tasks.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: If the workflow is not properly configured, it may inadvertently create a loop where tasks reference each other in a circular manner.
  Misconfigured Conditions: Conditions that lead to the execution of the same task multiple times can also cause this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Task Sequence: Examine the task sequence to identify any tasks that may be calling themselves or creating a loop. Ensure that each