How To Fix WPI012 - Return of Buffer

WPI012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPI - Messages for Travel Management Web-Pl

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Return of Buffer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPI012 - Return of Buffer ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WPI012 - Return of Buffer
  
  
  Cause:
  The error message WPI012 - Return of Buffer typically occurs in SAP when there is an issue related to the buffer handling during the processing of a workflow or a related process. It indicates that the system expected a certain buffer content or state but encountered an unexpected return or inconsistency in the buffer data.
  More specifically, this error can arise due to:
  
  Inconsistencies or corruption in the workflow container or buffer.
  Problems in the data passed between workflow steps.
  Issues with the workflow runtime environment where the buffer is not properly maintained or returned.
  Custom code or user-exits that manipulate workflow buffers incorrectly.
  Transport or system inconsistencies affecting workflow buffer data.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WPI012 Return of Buffer error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Logs:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Log) or SWI2_FREQ to analyze the workflow instance and identify where the buffer return failed.
  Look for any abnormal termination or errors in