How To Fix HRASR00_DT_FSCN_DATA086 - Scenario step must be specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_DT_FSCN_DATA - Message of Data Class for Form Scenarios

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Scenario step must be specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_DT_FSCN_DATA086 - Scenario step must be specified ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_DT_FSCN_DATA086 with the description "Scenario step must be specified" typically occurs in the context of SAP's HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with the Employee Self-Service (ESS) or Manager Self-Service (MSS) functionalities. This error indicates that a required scenario step has not been defined or is missing in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Scenario Step: The error usually arises when a scenario step that is expected in the process is not specified in the configuration. This could be due to incomplete setup or misconfiguration in the workflow or process definition.
  Incorrect Configuration: If the scenario is not properly configured in the system, it may lead to this error. This can happen if the necessary steps or parameters are not defined in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect relationships between the entities involved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the configuration for the specific HR process you are working with.
  Ensure that all necessary scenario steps are defined and correctly configured.
  Verify that the scenario steps are linked properly to the corresponding process.
  
  
  
  Review Process Definitions:
  
  Check the process definitions in the HR module to ensure that all required steps are included.
  If you are using a specific workflow, ensure that all steps are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being processed to ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no missing entries.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific HR process you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help resolve the error.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the process to identify where the error is occurring and what specific step is missing.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or patches if it is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and others that may be involved in the process.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific HR process you are working with. These notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.