How To Fix MDQ_MDC_MSG021 - Process Template &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDQ_MDC_MSG - Messages for Evaluation Process

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Process Template &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDQ_MDC_MSG021 - Process Template &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_MDC_MSG021 indicates that a specific process template, identified by the placeholder &1, does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or when working with the SAP Multi-Domain Management (MDM) framework.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Process Template: The most straightforward cause is that the process template you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is looking for a process template that is not correctly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the process template, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the process template was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that caused it not to be created properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Template: Verify that the process template exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP where process templates are defined (e.g., in the MDG or MDM configuration).
  Create or Restore Template: If the process template does not exist, you may need to create it. If it was deleted accidentally, you may need to restore it from a backup or transport it from another system where it exists.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings are correct and that the system is pointing to the right process template.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the process template. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Transport Logs: If the process template was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for MDG or SPRO for general configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on process templates and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.