How To Fix WL711 - Work item "&" cannot be replaced in status "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 711

• Message text: Work item "&" cannot be replaced in status "&"

What causes this issue?

The work item has a processing status in which the selected function
cannot be carried out.
The current status is <ZH>&V2&</>.
It is not possible to replace the work item in this status.
It can only be <ZK>replaced</> if it has the status <<ZH>Reserved</>>.

System Response

The system rejects the action.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL711 - Work item "&" cannot be replaced in status "&" ?

  The SAP error message WL711 indicates that a work item cannot be replaced because it is in a specific status that does not allow for replacement. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when trying to manage work items that are part of a workflow process.
  
  Cause:
  The error message WL711 is triggered when you attempt to replace a work item that is in a status that prohibits such an action. Common statuses that might lead to this error include:
  
  Completed: The work item has already been processed and cannot be replaced.
  In Progress: The work item is currently being worked on by a user.
  Error: The work item has encountered an error and cannot be replaced until the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WL711 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Work Item Status: Review the status of the work item you are trying to replace. You can do this by navigating