How To Fix WG235 - Select a different processing mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Select a different processing mode

What causes this issue?

You have selected a processing mode that only suppliers who use PO-based
load building can use.

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?

Select the "Change purchase order" mode.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WG235 - Select a different processing mode ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WG235 - Select a different processing mode:
  
  SAP Error Message: WG235 - Select a different processing mode
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to process a workflow task or workflow step using a processing mode that is not allowed or not supported for that particular task or step. The processing mode you selected is either invalid or incompatible with the current workflow configuration or status.
  For example, in SAP Business Workflow, certain tasks or steps can only be processed in specific modes such as:
  
  Synchronous processing
  Asynchronous processing
  Background processing
  Dialog processing
  
  If you attempt to process a workflow step in a mode that is not permitted (e.g., trying to process a step synchronously when only asynchronous processing is allowed), the system will raise this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Processing Mode:
  
  Review the processing mode you have selected for the workflow step.
  Ensure that the mode is supported for the specific workflow task or step.
  
  
  
  Change the Processing Mode:
  
  Select a different processing mode that is valid for the workflow step.
  For example, if synchronous processing is not allowed, try asynchronous or background processing.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the workflow definition in transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder).
  Verify the settings for the workflow step, especially the processing mode allowed.
  Adjust the workflow step settings if necessary to allow the desired processing mode.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorization:
  
  Sometimes, the error might be related to user authorizations restricting certain processing modes.
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to process the workflow in the selected mode.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes on the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow Log: To analyze the workflow and see where the error occurs.
  SWDD - Workflow Builder: To check and modify workflow definitions.
  SWIA - Work Item Administration: To manage and process workflow tasks.
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  SAP Business Workflow documentation provides detailed information on processing modes and workflow step configurations.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Attempting to process a workflow task manually in a mode that is only allowed for automatic processing.
  Workflow step configured for background processing but attempted to be processed in dialog mode.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where the error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.