How To Fix WFCS080 - Error occurred when calling up user exit &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFCS - Message Class for Store Forecasting (Dev. Package WFCS)

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Error occurred when calling up user exit &1

What causes this issue?

A processing error occurred in the user exit during the forecast run.

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?

Notify your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFCS080 - Error occurred when calling up user exit &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WFCS080 - Error occurred when calling up user exit &1
  
  Cause:
  The error WFCS080 occurs during workflow processing when the system tries to call a user exit (a custom enhancement or function module) and encounters a problem. The placeholder &1 is replaced by the name of the user exit that caused the error.
  Common causes include:
  
  The user exit function module or method does not exist or is not active.
  The user exit contains syntax errors or runtime errors.
  The user exit is not properly implemented or registered in the workflow.
  Missing or incorrect parameters passed to the user exit.
  Authorization issues preventing execution of the user exit.
  Transport or system inconsistencies where the user exit is not available in the current system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WFCS080 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the User Exit:
  
  Check the error message details to find the exact name of the user exit causing the problem.
  
  
  
  Check Existence and Activation:
  
  Use transaction SE37 (Function Builder) or SE80 to verify that the user exit function module or method exists and is active.
  If it is a class method, check the class implementation.
  
  
  
  Check for Syntax and Runtime Errors:
  
  Test the user exit independently if possible.
  Use SE37 to test the function module or debug the user exit.
  Look for syntax errors or unhandled exceptions.
  
  
  
  Review Implementation:
  
  Ensure the user exit is correctly implemented according to SAP guidelines.
  Check if the user exit is properly registered in the workflow container or workflow definition.
  
  
  
  Check Parameters:
  
  Verify that the parameters passed to the user exit are correct and complete.
  Check the workflow container elements and ensure they match the user exit interface.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Confirm that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to run the user exit.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Set breakpoints in the user exit and run the workflow to trace the error.
  Use transaction SWUS or SWI1 to monitor workflow logs and errors.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the user exit was recently transported, ensure the transport was successful.
  Check for inconsistencies between development and production systems.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow log analysis.
  SWUS - Workflow user status.
  SE37 - Function module test.
  SE80 - Object Navigator.
  SM37 - Job monitoring (if workflow runs in background).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WFCS080 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Workflow User Exits:
  
  User exits in workflows are often implemented as function modules or class methods that enhance or influence workflow processing.
  Proper error handling inside user exits is crucial to avoid workflow failures.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  WFCS080 indicates a failure when calling a workflow user exit. The root cause is usually related to the user exit's existence, correctness, or execution environment. By verifying the user exit's implementation, parameters, and debugging the workflow, you can identify and fix the underlying issue.
  
  If you provide the exact user exit name or additional context, I can help with more specific guidance.