If an exception is not properly handled, what is the likely outcome?

When an exception is not properly handled in a process, the most probable outcome is that it will cause the process to fail. In robotic process automation (RPA) like Blue Prism, exceptions represent unexpected events or errors that occur during process execution. If these exceptions are not managed appropriately—through exception handling mechanisms such as retries, logging, or alternative flows—then the process cannot proceed. This can lead to a complete halt in the execution of the business process, resulting in failure.

Handling exceptions is crucial for maintaining robust automation workflows; it ensures that errors are either rectified or logged for further investigation without disrupting the overall process flow. The inability to deal with exceptions effectively can lead to significant operational issues, including lost time and productivity.

The concept that the process will continue to run without issues or that the exception will resolve itself automatically does not align with the fundamental principles of error management in automation. Additionally, immediate user notifications are typically part of a well-implemented monitoring or exception handling strategy, but this does not guarantee a resolution of the underlying issue, thereby not representing the likely outcome if exceptions are mishandled.