How To Fix PEP152 - Flow definition &1 does not exist. Call flow definition &2


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

  • Message number: 152

  • Message text: Flow definition &1 does not exist. Call flow definition &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    All flow definitions for Schedule Manager are registered in the table
    SCMASEQUENCES. No flow definition with this name exists there.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    Include an entry for the flow definition in the table SCMASEQUENCES. If
    you create a new flow definition in Schedule Manager, this happens
    automatically.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP152 - Flow definition &1 does not exist. Call flow definition &2 ?

    The SAP error message PEP152 indicates that there is an issue with a flow definition in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the flow definition referenced in the message does not exist or is not accessible. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when dealing with process flows or workflows.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Flow Definition: The flow definition specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted, not created, or not properly activated.
    2. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration might be pointing to an incorrect or outdated flow definition.
    3. Transport Issues: If the flow definition was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
    4. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the flow definition.

    Solution:

    1. Check Flow Definition: Verify that the flow definition (&1) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code PFTC for workflow definitions) and checking if the flow definition is listed.
    2. Create or Activate Flow Definition: If the flow definition does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it is in a draft or inactive state.
    3. Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings to ensure that they are pointing to the correct flow definition. Update any references if necessary.
    4. Transport Check: If the flow definition was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported and activated in the target system.
    5. Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the flow definition. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFTC (Workflow), SWDD (Workflow Builder), and others that may be used to manage flow definitions.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
    • Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to workflows and process definitions for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
    • Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PEP152 error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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