How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG009 - No steps found for process &1 template &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No steps found for process &1 template &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG009 - No steps found for process &1 template &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG009 indicates that there are no steps found for the specified process template in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Multi-Domain Management (MDM) or similar process management scenarios where a process template is expected to have defined steps or tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Process Steps: The process template specified in the error message does not have any associated steps defined in the system.
  Incorrect Template: The process template name provided might be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the process management settings that prevent the steps from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or execute the steps associated with the process template.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Template: Verify that the process template name (&2 in the error message) is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Define Steps: If the process template is valid but lacks steps, you will need to define the necessary steps for that template. This can typically be done in the process management configuration settings.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the process management is complete and correct. Check if there are any missing links or settings that need to be addressed.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary permissions to access the steps of the process template.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure process templates and their associated steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes related to process management to view or edit process templates and steps (e.g., MDC_PROCESS, MDC_TEMPLATE).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.