How To Fix CRM_MKTCA_UI045 - The connection node '&1' has an unsuitable predecessor

CRM_MKTCA_UI045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 045

• Message text: The connection node '&1' has an unsuitable predecessor

What causes this issue?

The connection node '&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?

As a predecessor, choose any node that is not a start node,
discrimination node or optimization element.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CRM_MKTCA_UI045 - Details

• The SAP error message CRM_MKTCA_UI045, which states "The connection node '&1' has an unsuitable predecessor," typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when working with marketing campaigns or similar processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the nodes in a campaign or process flow, specifically regarding the predecessor node that is not suitable for the current node.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Node Configuration: The predecessor node may not be configured correctly to allow the current node to function. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the campaign structure.
  Invalid Sequence: The sequence of nodes may not follow the required logical flow. For example, a node that requires a specific type of predecessor may be linked to an incompatible one.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the nodes, such as missing attributes or incorrect relationships between nodes.
  Version Compatibility: