How To Fix WF806 - Unspecified error in function module &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WF - Workflow: messages

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Unspecified error in function module &

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  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WF806 Unspecified error in function module &:
  
  Error Message
  WF806: Unspecified error in function module &
  
  The ampersand (&) is a placeholder for the actual function module name where the error occurred.
  
  
  Cause
  
  This error occurs during workflow processing when a function module called by the workflow runtime returns an unspecified or unexpected error.
  The error is generic and does not provide detailed information about the root cause.
  Common reasons include:
  
  The function module itself encountered a runtime error (e.g., dump, exception).
  Missing or incorrect input parameters passed to the function module.
  Authorization issues preventing the function module from executing properly.
  System or configuration issues affecting the function module.
  Transport or version inconsistencies of the function module.
  Workflow container elements or context data are incorrect or incomplete.
  
  
  
  
  How to Analyze
  
  Check the exact function module name in the error message (replace & with actual name).
  Look for short dumps (ST22) related to the function module execution time.
  Check workflow logs (transaction SWI1 or SWIA) for detailed error information.
  Review the workflow container and binding to ensure correct data is passed.
  Check authorization logs (SU53) if authorization issues are suspected.
  Debug the function module if possible, by setting breakpoints or using workflow debugging (SWUS).
  Check system logs (SM21) for related system errors.
  
  
  Solution / Resolution Steps
  
  Identify the root cause by analyzing dumps, logs, and workflow traces.
  Fix the underlying issue in the function module or the workflow:
  
  Correct input parameters or container bindings.
  Resolve authorization problems.
  Fix any coding errors or exceptions in the function module.
  
  
  Apply SAP Notes if the error is caused by a known bug.
  Transport and version consistency: Ensure the function module and related objects are consistent across systems.
  Test the workflow step after corrections.
  If the function module is custom, review and enhance error handling to provide more meaningful messages.
  If the error is transient, consider restarting the workflow or re-triggering the step.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow log analysis
  SWIA - Workflow inbox and error analysis
  ST22 - ABAP short dumps
  SM21 - System log
  SU53 - Authorization check failure analysis
  SWUS - Workflow debugging
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes referencing error WF806 and the specific function module.
  Example: SAP Note 0000000 (replace with actual note numbers found relevant)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Workflow error handling.
  SAP Community forums for similar issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WF806 Unspecified error in function module &
  
  
  Cause
  Runtime error or unexpected failure in the function module called by workflow
  
  
  Solution
  Analyze dumps/logs, fix input data, correct function module, check authorizations, apply SAP Notes
  
  
  Tools
  SWI1, SWIA, ST22, SU53, SM21, SWUS
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact function module name or additional context, I can help you with more specific guidance.