How To Fix WG203 - A function was selected that is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 203

• Message text: A function was selected that is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WG203 - A function was selected that is not supported ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WG203: "A function was selected that is not supported":
  
  Error Message: WG203 - A function was selected that is not supported
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP Workflow (transaction code SWDD, SWI1, or related workflow tools) when a user tries to execute or select a function (such as a workflow step, action, or method) that is not supported in the current context or system environment.
  Common causes include:
  
  Unsupported Workflow Step Type: The workflow step or function you are trying to use is not supported in the current SAP system version or configuration.
  Incorrect Function Module or Method: The function module or method assigned to a workflow step is not available or not implemented.
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute the function.
  System or Component Mismatch: The workflow is calling a function that belongs to a component or add-on that is not installed or active.
  Obsolete or Deprecated Functions: The workflow references functions that have been deprecated or removed in the current SAP release.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow step is incorrectly configured or linked to an invalid function.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WG203 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Step Configuration:
  
  Go to the workflow builder (transaction SWDD) and verify the step that triggers the error.
  Ensure the function or method assigned to the step is valid and supported.
  
  
  
  Verify Function Module or Method:
  
  Check if the function module or method exists in the system (use SE37 for function modules, SE24 for classes/methods).
  Confirm that it is active and not obsolete.
  
  
  
  Check System and Component Versions:
  
  Verify that all required components or add-ons related to the workflow are installed and active.
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to your SAP version and workflow components.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to perform the function.
  Use transaction SU53 after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Update or Adjust Workflow:
  
  If the function is deprecated, update the workflow to use a supported function.
  Consult SAP documentation or support to find alternative functions or steps.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to error WG203.
  Sometimes, SAP provides patches or corrections for workflow-related issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  SE37 - Function Module Test
  SE24 - Class Builder
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for notes related to workflow errors or WG203 specifically.
  Example search terms: "WG203", "workflow function not supported", "workflow step error".
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal: Workflow documentation for your SAP version.
  SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which workflow or function you are trying to execute), I can help with more specific guidance.