How To Fix 2B012 - Could not create any steps for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 2B - TMS Background Service

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Could not create any steps for &1

What causes this issue?

No steps could be created for the background job &V1&.

System Response

The background job &V2& is not scheduled.

How to fix this error?

Read the system log to analyze and remove the cause of the error.
Reschedule the TMS command.

Procedure for System Administrators

Use transaction SM21 to analyze the cause of the error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 2B012 - Could not create any steps for &1 ?

  The SAP error message 2B012: "Could not create any steps for &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with process chains in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the system was unable to generate any steps for the specified object, which can be a workflow, process chain, or similar entity.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: The object for which steps are being created may not be fully configured. This could include missing parameters or settings that are required for the workflow or process chain to function correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the action may not have the necessary authorizations to create steps for the specified object.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the SAP system itself.
  
  
  Object Not Found: The specified object (&1) may not exist or may have been deleted or renamed.
  
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type being referenced may not be compatible with the operation being performed.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the workflow or process chain. Ensure that all required parameters and settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create steps for the specified object. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object (&1) exists in the system and has not been deleted or renamed. You can do this by searching for the object in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  Review Logs and Traces: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) or workflow logs (transaction SWI1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team. They can help diagnose any underlying technical issues or inconsistencies in the system.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1 (Workflow Overview), SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection), and others that may help in monitoring and managing workflows.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflows and process chains for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.