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# Automation: What happens when a workflow fails?

## Automation: What happens when a workflow fails?

A good automation setup creates a visible exception instead of failing silently. Makers and operators should use Exception Resolution to see what failed and what to do next.

![Exception Resolution screen type.](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F5ZqDXcVVffWUqEIZVhmn%2Fuploads%2FuVO3uea3p2WBuK500YaM%2Fautomation-screen-exception-resolution-builder-20260705.png?alt=media\&token=9db7a8c3-f4a1-4d8b-8e30-f11b75f719ae)

*Exception Resolution screen type.*

### Common failures

* Missing reviewer
* Missing required field
* Permission issue
* Destination screen missing
* Failed message
* Failed webhook
* Linked app handoff failed

Run validation first, then check Exception Resolution. Read Validation Error Catalog.