How To Fix VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH028 - Only in transition and closed workspaces can be opened in workbench

VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH - VCH Transition Workbench Message Class

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Only in transition and closed workspaces can be opened in workbench

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH028 - Only in transition and closed workspaces can be opened in workbench ?

  The SAP error message VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH028 indicates that you are trying to open a workspace in the workbench that is either in a state that does not allow it to be opened or is not in a valid transition or closed state. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Change Request Management (ChaRM) or similar workbench environments where workspaces are used for managing changes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Workspace State: The workspace you are trying to access is either in a "draft" state or is still being worked on, which means it cannot be opened in the workbench.
  Permissions: You may not have the necessary permissions to access the workspace in its current state.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict access to certain workspaces based on their status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workspace Status: Verify the status of the workspace you are trying to open. Ensure that it is either in a "closed" or "transition" state.
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