How To Fix WFRE_CON226 - Task has been processed sequentially by main program

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFRE_CON - Messages for SAP R/3 to SAP F&R Connection

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Task has been processed sequentially by main program

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFRE_CON226 - Task has been processed sequentially by main program ?

  The SAP error message WFRE_CON226: Task has been processed sequentially by main program typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow processing.
  
  Cause
  This message indicates that a workflow task is being processed sequentially by the main program, meaning the task is currently being handled in a synchronous manner rather than asynchronously. This usually happens when the workflow runtime detects that the task is already being processed or locked by the main program, preventing parallel or concurrent processing of the same task instance.
  Common causes include:
  
  The workflow task is locked because it is currently being processed by another session or process.
  The workflow runtime is configured to process tasks sequentially rather than in parallel.
  There is a programming or configuration issue causing the task to be processed multiple times in a sequence.
  The task is being called or triggered in a loop or recursive manner without proper handling.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve this issue, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if there are any locks on the workflow task or related objects.
  If locks exist, investigate why they are not being released and whether the process is stuck.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Design:
  
  Ensure that the workflow design does not cause the same task to be triggered multiple times simultaneously.
  Avoid recursive or looping calls that process the same task without proper synchronization.
  
  
  
  Adjust Workflow Runtime Settings:
  
  Check the workflow runtime configuration to see if tasks are set to be processed sequentially.
  If parallel processing is desired and supported, adjust the settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Debug Workflow Runtime:
  
  Use transaction SWUS or SWI1 to monitor workflow tasks and their status.
  Debug the workflow runtime to see where the task processing is being serialized.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there is custom code involved in the workflow task processing, verify that it does not cause sequential processing or locking issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that address this message or related workflow runtime issues.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing workflow logs and traces.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow Log: To check the status and logs of workflow tasks.
  SWUS - Workflow Runtime Analysis.
  SM12 - Lock Entries: To check for locks on workflow tasks.
  SWDD - Workflow Builder: To review workflow design.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Workflow Runtime and Task Processing.
  SAP Notes related to workflow runtime errors.
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to WFRE_CON226 or workflow runtime locking issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Task is being processed sequentially due to locking, configuration, or design issues.
  
  
  Solution
  Check locks, review workflow design, adjust runtime settings, debug, and check custom code.
  
  
  Related
  Transactions SWI1, SWUS, SM12; SAP Notes; Workflow documentation.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., workflow type, custom code, exact scenario), I can help with more specific guidance.