How To Fix DS_ENH015 - Identify signature process either by its ID or its metadata

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS_ENH - DS Enhancement: Enhancements for Runtime

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Identify signature process either by its ID or its metadata

What causes this issue?

Signature process instances can either be identified by the ID of the
signature process or the corresponding metadata of the application and
its signature process instance. Currently<(>,<)> the signature process
identification receives IDs and metadata information.

System Response

The execution of the signature process is stopped.

How to fix this error?

Inform the colleagues that are responsible for the implementation of the
digital signature functionality for the application and its signature
object.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS_ENH015 - Identify signature process either by its ID or its metadata ?

  The SAP error message DS_ENH015, which states "Identify signature process either by its ID or its metadata," typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Services (DS) when there is an issue related to the identification of a signature process. This error can arise during the execution of a job or when trying to access a specific data flow or transformation that requires a signature process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Signature Process: The signature process that is being referenced in the job or data flow may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect ID or Metadata: The ID or metadata provided to identify the signature process may be incorrect or not matching any existing processes.
  Repository Issues: There may be issues with the repository where the signature processes are stored, such as corruption or connectivity problems.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the same process, the system may not be able to resolve which one to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Signature Process: Check if the signature process exists in the repository. You can do this by navigating to the relevant section in the Data Services Designer and confirming that the process is available.
  Check ID/Metadata: Ensure that the ID or metadata you are using to reference the signature process is correct. Double-check for any typos or discrepancies.
  Recreate the Process: If the signature process is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Repository Health Check: Perform a health check on the Data Services repository to ensure there are no connectivity or corruption issues. This may involve checking logs or running diagnostic tools.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Data Services documentation for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps related to signature processes.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a deeper issue with the Data Services environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Data Services Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Data Services for detailed information on signature processes and error handling.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Version Compatibility: Ensure that your version of SAP Data Services is compatible with the processes you are trying to execute, as version mismatches can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DS_ENH015 error and implement a suitable solution.