How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS656 - Enter an application for the postprocessing process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Enter an application for the postprocessing process

What causes this issue?

There is no application entered in transaction WGDS_PROCESS_CUST
(defines application/event to execute) for the postprocessing process.

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?

The application and events have to be assigned to the relevant process,
to start the processing of catalog item notifications.
Enter transaction WGDS_PROCESS_CUST (defines application/event to
execute).
Maintain respective application for postprocessing process.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS656 - Enter an application for the postprocessing process ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WGDS_PROCESS656 – Enter an application for the postprocessing process
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when you try to execute a postprocessing step but have not specified the application (transaction or program) that should be called for the postprocessing. The workflow expects an application to be defined so that it knows which screen or program to launch for the user to perform the required postprocessing task.
  In other words, the workflow container or the workflow step is missing the information about the application (e.g., a transaction code or a URL) that should be started when the user triggers the postprocessing.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During workflow postprocessing steps.
  When a workflow task requires user interaction via a specific application, but the application is not defined or passed.
  Often seen in workflows related to document processing, such as Purchase Orders, Invoices, or Goods Movements, where postprocessing is needed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Workflow Step Configuration:
  
  Go to the workflow builder (transaction SWDD).
  Identify the step that triggers the postprocessing.
  Verify that the step has an application assigned in the "Start Application" or "Postprocessing" settings.
  
  
  
  Assign the Application:
  
  Assign the correct application (transaction code or program) that should be called for postprocessing.
  This can be done by setting the "Application" parameter in the workflow step or by passing the application name in the workflow container.
  
  
  
  Check the Workflow Container:
  
  Ensure that the container element which holds the application name or transaction code is correctly filled before the postprocessing step is triggered.
  Sometimes, the application name is passed dynamically; verify that the value is not empty or missing.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing for Postprocessing:
  
  In some cases, the postprocessing application is determined by customizing (e.g., in IMG under Logistics ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Workflow).
  Verify that the customizing entries for postprocessing applications are maintained correctly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If unsure, debug the workflow runtime to see what value is passed for the application.
  Use transaction SWUS or SWI1 to analyze the workflow log and identify where the application parameter is missing.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD – Workflow Builder
  SWI1 – Workflow Log
  SWUS – Workflow Runtime Analysis
  SWI2_FREQ – Workflow Tasks
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow postprocessing errors for your specific SAP version.
  
  
  
  Typical Use Cases:
  
  Postprocessing of Purchase Orders, Invoices, Goods Movements.
  Workflow steps that require user interaction with a specific SAP transaction.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WGDS_PROCESS656 means the workflow expects an application to be specified for postprocessing but none was provided. To fix it, ensure the workflow step or container includes the correct application (transaction or program) to be launched during postprocessing.
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which workflow or business process you are working with), I can help with more specific instructions.