How To Fix WL728 - Work items of type "&" cannot be executed


WL728 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 728

  • Message text: Work items of type "&" cannot be executed

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  • What causes this issue?

    The function selected is not possible for all work item types. The
    <LS>Execute</> function can only be used with dialog work item (type
    W).
    However, the work item selected has the type <ZH>&V1&</>.

    System Response

    The action is not carried out.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


WL728 - Details

  • The SAP error message WL728 indicates that there is an issue with executing a work item of a specific type, denoted by "&". This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow, where work items are generated for tasks that need to be executed by users or automated processes.
    
    Cause: The error can occur due to several reasons, including: Work Item Type Not Defined: The work item type specified may not be defined in the system or may not be correctly configured. Missing Authorization: The user attempting to execute the work item may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action associated with the work item. Workflow
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the workflow configuration, such as missing or incorrect task definitions. System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that prevent the work item from being processed.
    Solution: To resolve the WL728 error, you can take the following steps: Check Work

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