How To Fix CRM_MKTCA_UI003 - Optimization element '&1' has an unsuitable predecessor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTCA_UI - Messages from Campaign Automation UIs (Without BE Maint)

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Optimization element '&1' has an unsuitable predecessor

What causes this issue?

The optimization element with the name "&V1&" for campaign '&V2&' has an
unsuitable predecessor.

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?

If you want to keep the optimization element, provide it with a
predecessor campaign element. The "Start for every reactor" indicator
must not be set for this campaign element.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTCA_UI003 - Optimization element '&1' has an unsuitable predecessor ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTCA_UI003 indicates that there is an issue with the optimization element in the context of marketing campaigns or activities within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. Specifically, the message states that the optimization element has an unsuitable predecessor, which means that the sequence or relationship between elements in your marketing campaign is not valid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sequence: The optimization element may be dependent on another element that is not correctly set up or is in an incorrect sequence.
  Missing Predecessor: The predecessor element that the optimization element relies on may be missing or not properly defined.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the marketing campaign setup that lead to this error.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the marketing elements, such as missing or incorrect relationships.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Sequence: Review the sequence of the optimization elements in your marketing campaign. Ensure that all