What does the term "business exception" refer to in Blue Prism?

The term "business exception" specifically refers to a situation where a process can no longer continue due to a condition that is outside of its normal operation, which typically involves a failure that is significant enough to prevent the business process from achieving its intended outcomes. In Blue Prism, a business exception is treated as a critical error that halts the process until it can be addressed.

This type of exception is generally caused by factors such as invalid data, situations where a required action cannot be performed, or specific business rules being violated. Addressing business exceptions often requires human intervention or additional processing checks, which underscores their significance.

In contrast, other types of exceptions, such as non-critical errors, reversible failures, or errors related to system settings, may not necessarily halt the overall business process in a way that requires immediate attention or intervention. Thus, the designation of a business exception as a critical error reflects its importance in maintaining the integrity and flow of business processes.