How To Fix BCOM_R086 - Scenarios must be deleted from servers that are no longer current

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCOM_R - Business Communication: Messages for Rule-Based Routing

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Scenarios must be deleted from servers that are no longer current

What causes this issue?

There are servers on which the scenario still exists but which are not
contained in the list of servers that are to receive the scenario. The
scenario definition is deleted from these servers.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCOM_R086 - Scenarios must be deleted from servers that are no longer current ?

  The SAP error message BCOM_R086 indicates that there are scenarios in the SAP system that need to be deleted from servers that are no longer current. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Communication Management (BCM) or SAP Business Process Management (BPM) where scenarios or processes are defined and managed.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Outdated Scenarios: Scenarios that were previously deployed on servers that are no longer active or have been decommissioned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the system, where the system is still referencing old or inactive servers.
  System Cleanup: The system may require a cleanup of old scenarios that are no longer relevant or needed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BCOM_R086 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Inactive Servers:
  
  Check the list of servers in your SAP system and identify which ones are no longer current or active.
  
  
  
  Delete Outdated Scenarios:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP where scenarios are managed (e.g., transaction codes like BCM or BPM).
  Locate the scenarios that are associated with the inactive servers.
  Delete or deactivate these scenarios as necessary.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  Ensure that your system configuration is updated to reflect the current active servers and scenarios.
  This may involve updating server assignments or reconfiguring the communication settings.
  
  
  
  System Cleanup:
  
  Perform a system cleanup to remove any residual data or configurations related to the outdated scenarios.
  This may involve running specific cleanup programs or transactions provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to BCM or BPM for any specific instructions or best practices regarding scenario management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the system to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the remaining scenarios function as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.