How To Fix /PM0/3FW_CHK_MESS015 - Assigned subprocess for process node &1 &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FW_CHK_MESS -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Assigned subprocess for process node &1 &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FW_CHK_MESS015 - Assigned subprocess for process node &1 &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FW_CHK_MESS015 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a subprocess to a process node in the context of SAP Process Management or SAP Workflow. Specifically, the error states that the assigned subprocess for the specified process node does not exist.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Subprocess Definition: The subprocess that is supposed to be assigned to the process node is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the process node settings, leading to the system not being able to find the associated subprocess.
  Transport Issues: If the process definitions were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the subprocess might not have been included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the subprocess.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Subprocess Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SWDD for Workflow or PFTC for Task Management) and verify that the subprocess is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the subprocess is active and not in a deleted or inactive state.
  
  
  
  Review Process Node Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the process node to ensure that it is correctly pointing to the existing subprocess.
  Make sure that the process node is correctly set up to reference the subprocess.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the subprocess was included in the transport request.
  If it was not included, you may need to transport the subprocess definition from the source system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the subprocess. You may need to check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow or process to identify where the assignment is failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  PFTC: Task Management
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Process Management and Workflow for detailed information on subprocesses and process nodes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.