How To Fix WL621 - Work item &: Restart cannot be executed for type &

WL621 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WL - Workflow: run-time messages

• Message number: 621

• Message text: Work item &: Restart cannot be executed for type &

What causes this issue?

The restart action required for the work item type specified could not
be carried out correctly.

System Response

The action was cancelled, the work item is not changed.

How to fix this error?

Use the work item history to check why the restart action failed.
Correct the error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL621 - Work item &: Restart cannot be executed for type & ?

  The SAP error message WL621 indicates that a work item cannot be restarted for a specific type. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow, where a work item is part of a workflow process that has certain restrictions or conditions preventing it from being restarted.
  
  Cause:
  
  Work Item Type Restrictions: The work item type may have specific rules or conditions that prevent it from being restarted. This could be due to the workflow definition or the status of the work item.
  Workflow Status: The work item may be in a status that does not allow for a restart. For example, if the work item has already been completed or is in a state that does not permit further processing.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the workflow that restrict the ability to restart certain types of work items.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to restart the work item may not