How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG121 - For Business Object Type &1 is more than one default process template set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 121

• Message text: For Business Object Type &1 is more than one default process template set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG121 - For Business Object Type &1 is more than one default process template set ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG121 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of process templates for a specific business object type. Specifically, it means that there is more than one default process template set for the specified business object type, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Multiple process templates are marked as default for the same business object type in the system.
  The system is unable to determine which default process template to use because of the ambiguity created by having more than one.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that there is only one default process template for the specified business object type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP where process templates are defined. This is usually found in the SAP GUI under the relevant module (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP Business Suite).
  
  
  
  Identify the Business Object Type:
  
  Determine the business object type that is causing the error. This will be indicated in the error message (represented as &1).
  
  
  
  Check Existing Process Templates:
  
  Review the existing process templates associated with the identified business object type. Look for the ones that are marked as default.
  
  
  
  Modify the Default Setting:
  
  If you find multiple templates marked as default, you will need to:
  
  Decide which process template should be the default.
  Change the settings of the other templates to remove the default designation.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After resolving the issue, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that it now works correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to process templates and business object configuration for more detailed instructions.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like SPRO for configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDC_PROCESS_MSG121 error and ensure that your business object type has a single default process template.