How To Fix WL696 - Error in method execution

WL696 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 696

• Message text: Error in method execution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL696 - Error in method execution ?

  The SAP error message WL696, which states "Error in method execution," typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Business Process Management (BPM). This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the workflow configuration, problems with the underlying business logic, or issues with the data being processed.
  Causes of WL696 Error
  
  
  Workflow 
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the workflow definition or the associated methods that are being called.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions or access specific data.
  
  
  Data Issues: The data being processed may be incomplete, incorrect, or not in the expected format, leading to failures in method execution.
  
  
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may lead to timeouts or failures in method execution.
  
  
  Custom Code Errors: If there are custom methods or enhancements in the workflow, errors