How To Fix WS_TOOL856 - Cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 856

• Message text: Cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL856 - Cancelled ?

  The SAP error message WS_TOOL856 Cancelled typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Business Workplace tools. Here's a detailed explanation of the cause, solution, and related information:
  
  Error Message
  WS_TOOL856 Cancelled
  
  Cause
  
  The error WS_TOOL856 Cancelled usually indicates that a workflow tool or a workflow-related transaction was cancelled by the user or due to an interruption.
  It often happens when a user cancels an operation in the SAP Business Workplace (transaction SBWP) or during workflow processing.
  It can also occur if a workflow step or task is aborted or if the system detects an inconsistency or interruption in the workflow execution.
  Sometimes, this message appears when a dialog box or popup related to workflow tools is closed prematurely or when a workflow container element is missing or invalid.
  
  
  Common Scenarios
  
  User cancels a workflow task or workflow tool dialog.
  Workflow execution is interrupted due to missing or incorrect data.
  Workflow container elements are not properly maintained.
  Authorization issues causing workflow tools to fail.
  System or network interruptions during workflow processing.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check User Action:
  
  Verify if the user intentionally cancelled the operation.
  If yes, inform the user about the consequences or provide guidance on how to proceed.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Logs:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Log) or SWI2_FREQ to check the status and logs of the workflow.
  Identify if any workflow step was cancelled or failed.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Container:
  
  Ensure that all required container elements are correctly filled and passed to the workflow step.
  Missing or incorrect container data can cause workflow tools to cancel.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow task or tool.
  Use transaction SU53 after the error to check for authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Re-execute or Restart Workflow:
  
  If the workflow was cancelled unintentionally, consider restarting the workflow or the specific workflow step.
  Use transaction SWUS to restart workflows or SWI2_FREQ to find and restart failed workflows.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  Look for system dumps or short dumps (transaction ST22) related to workflow or the tool.
  Check for network or system interruptions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the message ID and number.
  Sometimes, specific patches or corrections are available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SBWP - SAP Business Workplace
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Tasks (Frequent)
  SWUS - Restart Workflow
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  ST22 - ABAP Runtime Errors
  
  
  
  SAP Workflow:
  
  Workflow tools are used to process tasks, send notifications, and manage workflow steps.
  Proper configuration and container management are essential for smooth workflow execution.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WS_TOOL856 or workflow cancellation issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  User cancelled workflow tool/dialog or workflow step interrupted due to missing data or authorization issues.
  
  
  Solution
  Check workflow logs, verify container data, ensure proper authorizations, restart workflow if needed.
  
  
  Related
  Transactions SBWP, SWI1, SWI2_FREQ, SU53, ST22; SAP Notes for workflow issues.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, workflow type, or exact scenario), I can help with a more specific solution.