How To Fix HRASR00_PROCESS121 - Process &1 workflow &2 step &3 rule data flow: subrule = metarule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_PROCESS -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Process &1 workflow &2 step &3 rule data flow: subrule = metarule

What causes this issue?

Rule data flow: Subrule is equal to metarule. This leads to a recursion.

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?

Execute the transaction SWDD and enter the workflow template &V2&.
Select the step &V3&.
Navigate to the rule data flow.
Enter another value for the rule container element 'SUB_RULE'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_PROCESS121 - Process &1 workflow &2 step &3 rule data flow: subrule = metarule ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_PROCESS121 typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when dealing with workflows and rules in the area of personnel administration or organizational management. This error indicates that there is an issue with the processing of a specific workflow step, often related to the configuration of rules or subrules in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The error may arise due to incorrect configuration of the workflow or rules. This could include missing or incorrectly defined rules, subrules, or metarules.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing required fields or incorrect data types.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions defined in the workflow.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, there may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP that you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Configuration: Review the configuration of