How To Fix WPLG030 - Selection method & with step & is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPLG - Interfaces for Space Management

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Selection method & with step & is not available

How to fix this error?

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPLG030 - Selection method & with step & is not available ?

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  SAP Error Message:
  WPLG030 - Selection method & with step & is not available
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when the system tries to execute a selection method (a method used to determine agents or perform some selection logic) that is not available or not defined for the specified step in the workflow.
  More specifically:  
  
  The workflow step is configured to use a particular selection method to determine the responsible agent(s).  
  The selection method referenced in the workflow step does not exist, is not active, or is not assigned properly.  
  It can also happen if the method is not implemented or the method name is misspelled in the workflow step configuration.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During workflow execution, when the system tries to determine the agent(s) for a step using the selection method.  
  When the workflow container or step configuration is incomplete or inconsistent.  
  After transport or changes in workflow customizing where the selection method was not transported or activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Workflow Step Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction PFTC (Workflow Builder).  
  Open the workflow and navigate to the step where the error occurs.  
  Check the agent assignment tab for the step.  
  Verify the selection method assigned to the step.
  
  
  
  Verify the Selection Method:
  
  The selection method is usually a method of a class that implements the interface IF_WORKFLOW_AGENT or similar.  
  Check if the method exists in the class.  
  Use transaction SE24 (Class Builder) to check the class and method.  
  Ensure the method is active and properly implemented.
  
  
  
  Check Agent Assignment Configuration:
  
  In the workflow step, ensure that the selection method is correctly assigned and the method name is correct.  
  If a standard SAP method is used, verify that the relevant SAP workflow components are active.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the workflow or selection method was recently transported, ensure that all related objects (classes, methods, workflows) are properly imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  Test the selection method independently if possible.  
  Use debugging or logging to see if the method is called and what it returns.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Correct the Selection Method:
  
  If the method is missing or corrupted, recreate or correct it.  
  Alternatively, assign a different valid selection method to the step.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  PFTC - Workflow Builder  
  SE24 - Class Builder  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder (alternative)  
  SWI1 - Workflow Log (to analyze workflow errors)  
  
  
  
  Related Notes and Documentation:  
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow agent determination errors.  
  SAP Help Portal on Workflow Agent Determination.
  
  
  
  Common Selection Methods:  
  
  GET_AGENT methods in standard SAP classes like CL_SWF_AGENCY or custom classes implementing agent determination logic.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Selection method assigned to workflow step is missing, inactive, or incorrectly assigned
  
  
  Effect
  Workflow cannot determine agents for the step, causing error WPLG030
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct the selection method assignment in the workflow step; ensure method exists and is active
  
  
  Tools
  PFTC, SE24, SWI1, SWDD
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact workflow and step details, I can help you with more specific guidance.