How To Fix 3G858 - Process model &1 contains several start programs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 858

• Message text: Process model &1 contains several start programs

What causes this issue?

Checking the process model <LS>&V1&</> caused the model to have several
start programs.

How to fix this error?

Change the process model so that it only has one start program.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G858 - Process model &1 contains several start programs ?

  The SAP error message 3G858 indicates that a process model contains multiple start programs, which is not allowed. In SAP, a process model should have a single entry point or start program to ensure that the execution flow is clear and manageable.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have defined multiple start programs in a single process model.
  The process model is incorrectly configured, leading to ambiguity in the execution flow.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that your process model has only one start program. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Review the Process Model: Open the process model in the relevant SAP application (like SAP Process Integration or SAP Business Process Management) and check the configuration.
  
  
  Identify Start Programs: Look for all the defined start programs within the process model. You can usually find this in the properties or settings of the process model.
  
  
  Remove or Consolidate Start Programs: 
  
  If you find multiple start programs, decide which one should be the primary start program.
  Remove or disable the other start programs to ensure that only one remains.
  
  
  
  Validate the Process Model: After making changes, validate the process model to ensure that it is correctly configured and does not contain any other errors.
  
  
  Test the Process Model: Execute the process model to confirm that it runs without errors and behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for process modeling to understand the best practices and guidelines for defining process models.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional help or to see if others have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your process model is correctly configured.