Bug Description: If you are developing in SAP Build Apps and use any of the FlowFunctions from the “Processes” tab (as shown in the attached image), you may encounter an issue when trying to deploy the application. Even if you do not actually use these functions and have only dragged one into the Logic Canvas, the “Mobile Services” tab becomes mandatory in the deployment configuration.
This behavior can confuse many users, as it suggests that configuring “Mobile Services” is necessary in the SAP BTP cockpit, which can lead to unnecessary work. Additionally, for users of the Free Edition, it may be impossible to resolve the issue directly in the cockpit.
Solution: Fortunately, there is a simple solution to remove this requirement without having to configure anything in SAP BTP:
- Go to App Settings → Authentication.
- Add the authentication method “Direct third party authentication”, even if you are not going to use it.
- Save the application.
- Remove the “Direct third party authentication” method.
- Save the application again.
After these steps, the “Mobile Services” tab should no longer appear, and the deployment can proceed normally.
Purpose of the Post: With this post, I hope to help other developers who may encounter this issue and also inform the SAP Build Apps team about the bug.