How To Fix CPOC105 - PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE is missing before PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPOC - PP-PI-PMA: Process Operator Cockpit Messages

• Message number: 105

• Message text: PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE is missing before PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE

What causes this issue?

Characteristic PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE determines that a variable is to be
used to assign a value to the message characteristic assigned. You must
define the relevant variable immediately before characteristic
PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE using characteristic PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE.
However, the variable is not defined at this point in the process
instruction.

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?

RESET N1
Assign characteristic PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE to the process instruction
immediately before characteristic PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE.
Assign the name of the variable you want to use to characteristic
PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPOC105 - PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE is missing before PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE ?

  The SAP error message CPOC105 indicates that there is a missing default variable in the context of a process chain or a planning function. Specifically, it refers to the variable PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE, which is expected to be defined before the PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE variable is used.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Variable Definition: The variable PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE has not been defined in the context of the planning function or process chain.
  Incorrect Sequence: The sequence of variable definitions is incorrect, where the system expects PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE to be defined before PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the planning function or process chain that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CPOC105 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Variable Definitions:
  
  Go to the relevant planning function or process chain in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the variable PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Variable:
  
  If the variable is missing, create it in the appropriate context. This can usually be done in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment under the variable maintenance section.
  
  
  
  Review Sequence:
  
  Ensure that the variable PPPI_DEFAULT_VARIABLE is defined before PPPI_EXTERNAL_VALUE in the planning function or process chain.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Review any dependencies or settings that might affect the variable definitions. Ensure that all required variables are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning function or process chain to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support resources for further guidance on variable management in planning functions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance) for managing process chains and variables.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CPOC105 error in your SAP environment.