How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG129 - Process template &1: The step type &2 is not allowed to use with goal &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Process template &1: The step type &2 is not allowed to use with goal &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG129 - Process template &1: The step type &2 is not allowed to use with goal &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG129 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a process template in the SAP system. Specifically, it states that a certain step type is not allowed to be used with a specified goal. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Manufacturing or Production Planning modules, particularly when dealing with process templates in the context of production orders or similar workflows.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Step Type: The step type you are trying to use in the process template is not compatible with the specified goal. Each goal in SAP has specific requirements and restrictions regarding which step types can be used.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the process template settings or the step types defined for the goals.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain step types with specific goals.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Process Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings