How To Fix WFCS081 - Test mode activated: do not use in productive system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Test mode activated: do not use in productive system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFCS081 - Test mode activated: do not use in productive system ?

  The SAP error message WFCS081: Test mode activated: do not use in productive system indicates that the SAP Workflow system is currently running in test mode. This mode is intended only for development or testing environments and should never be active in a productive (live) system because it can affect workflow processing and system behavior.
  
  Cause
  
  The workflow system parameter wf/test_mode is set to TRUE or activated.
  This setting is typically used during development or testing to simulate workflow behavior without triggering actual workflow actions.
  If this parameter remains active in a productive system, SAP issues the WFCS081 warning/error to alert administrators.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the current setting of the test mode parameter:
  You can check the parameter in transaction SWU3 (Workflow Customizing) or directly via the parameter maintenance transaction RZ11.
  
  Go to transaction RZ11
  Enter parameter name: wf/test_mode
  Check if it is set to TRUE or 1
  
  
  
  Deactivate test mode in productive system:
  
  If wf/test_mode is active, set it to FALSE or 0.
  In RZ11, choose "Change Value" and set it to FALSE.
  Alternatively, if the parameter is set in the profile parameters, remove or comment it out and restart the system or the relevant instance.
  
  
  
  Verify workflow behavior:
  
  After deactivating test mode, test the workflow to ensure it runs normally.
  Check for any residual issues or errors.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Parameter: wf/test_mode
  Transaction to check workflow customizing: SWU3
  Parameter maintenance transaction: RZ11
  SAP Note: Check SAP Notes related to workflow test mode for your SAP version.
  Impact: When test mode is active, workflows may not trigger actual tasks or notifications, which can disrupt business processes if left active in production.
  Best Practice: Always ensure test mode is disabled in production systems to avoid workflow inconsistencies.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WFCS081: Test mode activated
  
  
  Cause
  wf/test_mode parameter set to TRUE
  
  
  Effect
  Workflow runs in test mode, no real tasks
  
  
  Solution
  Set wf/test_mode to FALSE via RZ11
  
  
  Check
  Use SWU3 and RZ11 to verify and change
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide your SAP system version and any recent changes to workflow configuration.