How To Fix WF059 - Further processing of this process in dialog only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WF - Workflow: messages

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Further processing of this process in dialog only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF059 - Further processing of this process in dialog only ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message WF059: "Further processing of this process in dialog only":
  
  Error Message: WF059
  Text:
  
  Further processing of this process in dialog only
  
  Cause
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when a workflow step is set to run in background mode, but the step requires dialog (interactive) processing. In other words, the workflow engine tries to process a step automatically (in background), but the step involves user interaction or dialog tasks that cannot be processed without user input.
  Typical scenarios causing this error:
  
  A workflow step is defined as a dialog step (e.g., a user decision or task requiring user input), but the workflow runtime tries to execute it in background mode.
  The workflow container or task is incorrectly configured to run in background.
  The workflow is triggered or restarted in a mode that does not allow dialog processing.
  
  
  Explanation
  SAP Workflow supports two modes of processing:
  
  Dialog mode: User interaction is possible; the system waits for user input.
  Background mode: No user interaction; the system processes automatically.
  
  When a workflow step requires user interaction (dialog), it cannot be processed in background mode. If the system attempts to do so, it raises WF059.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Workflow Step Configuration:
  
  Verify if the step is defined as a dialog step (e.g., a user decision step, a task with a dialog screen).
  Ensure that the step is not forced to run in background mode.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Processing Mode:
  
  If the workflow is started or restarted programmatically, ensure it is started in dialog mode.
  Use transaction SWU3 to check workflow customizing and ensure dialog processing is enabled.
  
  
  
  Check the Workflow Container and Task Settings:
  
  Confirm that the task assigned to the step is a dialog task.
  If the task must be processed in background, consider redesigning the workflow step to avoid dialog interaction or split the step into background and dialog parts.
  
  
  
  Restart the Workflow in Dialog Mode:
  
  If the workflow instance is stuck, you may need to restart it in dialog mode.
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to find the workflow instance and restart it properly.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code or User Exits:
  
  Sometimes custom code or user exits may force background processing incorrectly.
  Review any custom workflow logic or enhancements.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 – Workflow log display
  SWI2_FREQ – Workflow inbox (to check tasks)
  SWU3 – Workflow customizing and consistency check
  SWDD – Workflow Builder (to check workflow design)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WF059 for specific patches or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Help Portal:
  
  Workflow documentation on dialog vs background processing.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Workflow step requires dialog processing but is attempted in background mode.
  
  
  Effect
  Workflow raises error WF059 and cannot proceed automatically.
  
  
  Solution
  Ensure the step runs in dialog mode; adjust workflow/task configuration; restart workflow.
  
  
  Tools
  SWI1, SWI2_FREQ, SWU3, SWDD for analysis and correction.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which workflow, which step, how the workflow is started), I can help with more specific guidance.