How To Fix /PF1/MSG_BPE014 - Only dependences at the same level are allowed

/PF1/MSG_BPE014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_BPE -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Only dependences at the same level are allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_BPE014 - Only dependences at the same level are allowed ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_BPE014: Only dependences at the same level are allowed typically occurs in the context of Business Process Management (BPM) or Business Process Modeling (BPMN) within SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the way dependencies between process steps or activities are defined in a process model.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an incorrect configuration of dependencies between activities in a process model. Specifically, it occurs when you try to create a dependency (like a sequence or parallel flow) between activities that are not at the same hierarchical level. For example, if you have a subprocess and you are trying to create a dependency with an activity that is at a different level (like a parent process), this error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the Process Model: Open the process model where the error occurred and examine the activities