How To Fix WS_TOOL809 - Reference to function module &1 was deleted

WS_TOOL809 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 809

• Message text: Reference to function module &1 was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL809 - Reference to function module &1 was deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS_TOOL809 - Reference to function module &1 was deleted
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a workflow or a tool in SAP tries to call or reference a function module that no longer exists in the system. The function module might have been deleted or renamed, or the transport containing the function module was not imported properly.
  In other words, the workflow or tool configuration still points to a function module that is missing in the current SAP system.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The placeholder &1 in the message will be replaced by the name of the missing function module.
  This typically happens in SAP Business Workflow or when using workflow tools that rely on function modules.
  The function module might have been deleted during system cleanup, upgrade, or transport activities.
  It can also occur if a custom function module was removed or if the system landscape is inconsistent.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the missing