How To Fix WZ237 - Unknown generation type in function module call

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Unknown generation type in function module call

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ237 - Unknown generation type in function module call ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message: WZ237 Unknown generation type in function module call
  
  
  Cause:
  The error WZ237 with the text "Unknown generation type in function module call" typically occurs when a function module related to document or data generation is called with an invalid or unrecognized generation type parameter.
  
  Generation type refers to a parameter or input that specifies the kind of document or data generation process to be executed.
  If the function module receives a generation type value that it does not recognize or support, it raises this error.
  This can happen due to:
  Incorrect or missing configuration.
  Custom code passing wrong or outdated generation type values.
  Inconsistent or incomplete master data or customizing settings.
  Transport or system inconsistencies where the generation type is not maintained or known.
  
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  When generating output documents (e.g., print, email, fax) in SD or MM.
  During batch job executions that generate documents or data.
  Custom developments or enhancements