How To Fix MPE_OAN148 - Start event element &1 in OAN &2, version &3 has a predecessor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_OAN - Operation Activity Network Messages

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Start event element &1 in OAN &2, version &3 has a predecessor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_OAN148 - Start event element &1 in OAN &2, version &3 has a predecessor ?

  The SAP error message MPE_OAN148 indicates that there is an issue with the start event element in a process model within the SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the start event element you are trying to work with has a predecessor, which is not allowed. In process modeling, a start event should not have any predecessors because it is the initial point of the process.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have defined a start event in your process model that is incorrectly linked to another element (predecessor).
  The process model is not structured correctly, leading to a violation of the rules governing the flow of events.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Process Model: Open the process model in the SAP Business Process Modeler or the relevant tool you are using.
  
  
  Identify the Start Event: Locate the start event element that is causing the issue. 
  
  
  Remove Predecessor Links: Ensure that the start event does not have any incoming links or predecessors. If it does, you need to remove those links.
  
  
  Validate the Model: After making the necessary changes, validate the process model to ensure that there are no other structural issues.
  
  
  Save and Test: Save the changes and test the process to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Process Modeling Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the guidelines for creating process models in SAP, as they provide rules on how elements should be structured.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on process modeling and error messages.
  Support Community: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to the SAP community forums or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPE_OAN148 error and ensure that your process model is correctly configured.