How To Fix DS_ENH016 - No open signature process instance exists for the specified criteria

DS_ENH016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No open signature process instance exists for the specified criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS_ENH016 - No open signature process instance exists for the specified criteria ?

  The SAP error message DS_ENH016 indicates that there is no open signature process instance available for the specified criteria. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Document Management System (DMS) or workflows that involve digital signatures or approval processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  No Active Signature Process: The most common cause is that there is no active or open signature process instance that matches the criteria you are trying to use. This could happen if:
  
  The document has not been initiated for signature.
  The signature process has already been completed or canceled.
  The criteria specified do not match any existing signature processes.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Criteria: The criteria you are using to search for the signature process may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no results being found.
  
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the signature process from being created or recognized.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Signature Process Status: Verify if there is an active