CRM_DQAF_RUN035 - Step with GUID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DQAF_RUN - Data Qualitiy Administration Framework runtime

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Step with GUID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DQAF_RUN035 - Step with GUID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "CRM_DQAF_RUN035 Step with GUID &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, particularly when dealing with data quality or data processing tasks. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a step in a process or workflow that cannot be found, often due to issues with the configuration or the state of the process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Deleted Steps: The step with the specified GUID may have been deleted or not created properly in the workflow or process.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data quality framework or the specific process that is being executed.
  Data Inconsistency: The data being processed may be inconsistent or corrupted, leading to references to non-existent steps.
  Transport Issues: If the process was transported from one system to another, there may be missing components or dependencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the Workflow/Process Configuration:
  
  Verify that the workflow or process that is being executed is correctly configured and that all steps are defined.
  Ensure that the step with the specified GUID exists in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context about why the step is missing.
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to find relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Missing Step:
  
  If the step has been deleted, you may need to recreate it in the configuration.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or developer to ensure that the step is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or corruption.
  Run any necessary data validation or repair tools provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check if all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Ensure that the transport was successful and that all dependencies are present in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message, context, and any logs you have gathered.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CRMD_ORDER for managing CRM orders, and SLG1 for viewing application logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Data Quality Framework and CRM workflows for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "CRM_DQAF_RUN035 Step with GUID &1 does not exist" error in your SAP CRM system.