How To Fix W8021 - Function modules correspond to workflow conventions

W8021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Function modules correspond to workflow conventions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8021 - Function modules correspond to workflow conventions ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message W8021:
  
  SAP Error Message: W8021
  Text: Function modules correspond to workflow conventions
  
  1. Cause
  The warning message W8021 typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow development or when working with function modules that are intended to be used as workflow container elements or workflow-related function modules.
  This message is triggered when a function module is identified as conforming to certain workflow conventions, such as:
  
  The function module has the interface or parameters expected by SAP Workflow.
  It follows naming conventions or parameter structures that SAP Workflow expects.
  It is registered or recognized as a workflow function module in the system.
  
  The system issues this warning to inform the developer or user that the function module is designed or suitable for workflow usage, which might have implications on how it should be called or integrated.
  
  2. Solution
  
  
  If you are developing or maintaining workflows:
  
  Acknowledge the message: This is a warning, not