What is the outcome when an exception occurs in a flow?

When an exception occurs in a flow, the flow typically fails and stops execution. This behavior is crucial because it helps maintain the integrity of processes by not allowing them to execute under erroneous conditions. When an error arises, it's often indicative of a problem that needs attention, whether it's incorrect data, connectivity issues, or another unforeseen circumstance. Stopping the flow ensures that subsequent actions, which might depend on successful completion of prior steps, are not executed under the wrong assumptions or incomplete information.

While it might be beneficial for certain flows to either log errors or allow for manual input to address issues, these mechanisms are not the default behavior when an exception is encountered. The focus here is on maintaining a reliable and predictable execution path for automated processes. By failing and halting execution, it allows developers and administrators to investigate and address the underlying problems before attempting to run the flow again.