How To Fix WL705 - Error exiting a view or substitution

WL705 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Error exiting a view or substitution

What causes this issue?

If a substitution or view for a user is to be exited, it is necessary
to change the context stored for a user (if he has selected a view,
which view, if a substitution has been selected and so on).
In this case this change resulted in an error.

System Response

A change is not made in the context of the user.
The substitution or view of the Business Workplace cannot be exited
successfully.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL705 - Error exiting a view or substitution ?

  The SAP error message WL705, which states "Error exiting a view or substitution," typically occurs in the context of workflow or substitution processes within SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the underlying data.
  Causes of WL705 Error
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration in the workflow or substitution settings.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow or substitution.
  Data Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the objects being processed.
  Technical Errors: There may be bugs or technical issues in the SAP system that are causing the error.
  
  Solutions to WL705 Error
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow and substitution configurations to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to execute the workflow or substitution.
  Use transaction code