How To Fix WG097 - Asynchronous (2-step) processing not supported before release 4.0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WG - Messages for store order and investment buy

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Asynchronous (2-step) processing not supported before release 4.0

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  Error Message
  WG097: Asynchronous (2-step) processing not supported before release 4.0
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you attempt to use asynchronous (2-step) processing for workflow tasks or change documents in an SAP system that is running a release earlier than 4.0.
  
  
  Asynchronous (2-step) processing refers to a method where a workflow or process is executed in two steps:
  
  The first step triggers the process asynchronously.
  The second step completes the process after some background processing or user interaction.
  
  
  
  This feature was introduced starting with SAP release 4.0. Therefore, if your system is on a release prior to 4.0, it does not support this processing mode.
  
  
  
  When does this happen?
  
  When a program or workflow tries to trigger asynchronous processing in a system that is older than release 4.0.
  Possibly during workflow task execution, change document processing, or custom developments that use asynchronous calls introduced in later releases.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check your SAP system release/version:
  
  Use transaction SYST or SPAM to verify your current SAP release.
  If your system is older than 4.0, asynchronous (2-step) processing is not supported.
  
  
  
  Upgrade your SAP system:
  
  To use asynchronous (2-step) processing, you need to upgrade your SAP system to release 4.0 or higher.
  This is the recommended long-term solution.
  
  
  
  Modify your process/workflow:
  
  If upgrading is not immediately possible, modify your workflow or program logic to avoid using asynchronous (2-step) processing.
  Use synchronous processing or other supported methods available in your current release.
  
  
  
  Check OSS Notes:
  
  Search for SAP OSS Notes related to WG097 or asynchronous processing for any patches or workarounds.
  However, since this is a release limitation, notes may mostly recommend upgrading.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Release 4.0 introduced many workflow and asynchronous processing enhancements.
  Asynchronous processing allows better performance and user interaction by decoupling process steps.
  For workflows, asynchronous processing is often used to improve scalability and user experience.
  If you are developing custom workflows or enhancements, always check the minimum release requirements for the features you want to use.
  
  
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  Error Message
  WG097: Asynchronous (2-step) processing not supported before release 4.0
  
  
  Cause
  Using asynchronous processing in SAP release < 4.0
  
  
  Solution
  Upgrade SAP system to release 4.0 or higher; or avoid asynchronous processing in current release
  
  
  Related Info
  Asynchronous processing introduced in SAP 4.0; check OSS Notes for updates
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with upgrading or modifying your workflows, feel free to ask!