How To Fix B!020 - No action for alternative process &. Standard carries out &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B! -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No action for alternative process &. Standard carries out &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B!020 - No action for alternative process &. Standard carries out &. ?

  The SAP error message B!020 ("No action for alternative process &. Standard carries out &.") typically occurs in the context of business processes where an alternative process is expected to be executed, but the system cannot find a corresponding action or configuration for it. This error is often related to the configuration of business processes in SAP, particularly in areas like production planning, order processing, or logistics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The alternative process that is being referenced may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Process Assignment: The system may be trying to execute an alternative process that is not assigned to the relevant transaction or business object.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from determining the correct process to execute.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the alternative process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the relevant business process in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG). Ensure that the alternative process is defined and correctly linked to the standard process.
  Verify Process Assignment: Ensure that the alternative process is correctly assigned to the relevant transaction or business object. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like OPL8 (for production orders) or similar.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data related to the process (e.g., material master, routing, etc.) to ensure that all necessary data is complete and consistent.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the alternative process. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in diagnosing the issue, such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), or SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in the specific module you are working with.