How To Fix /PM0/BTXGEN_MESSAGE018 - Generation of data input was not executed for subprocess &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/BTXGEN_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Generation of data input was not executed for subprocess &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/BTXGEN_MESSAGE018 - Generation of data input was not executed for subprocess &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/BTXGEN_MESSAGE018 indicates that the generation of data input for a subprocess has not been executed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Process Management (BPM) or SAP Process Integration (PI) scenarios, where subprocesses are involved in the orchestration of business processes.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The subprocess may not be properly configured in the BPM or PI environment.
  Missing Data: Required input data for the subprocess might be missing or incorrectly formatted.
  Execution Errors: There may be runtime errors or exceptions that prevent the subprocess from executing.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system executing the subprocess may lack the necessary authorizations.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues could lead to timeouts or failures in executing subprocesses.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the subprocess in the BPM or PI environment. Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly defined.
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that all required input data for the subprocess is available and correctly formatted. You may need to check the data mapping and transformation logic.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context on the failure.
  Test Execution: If possible, manually trigger the subprocess to see if it executes successfully. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the subprocess itself or with the calling process.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user or system executing the subprocess has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Monitor System Performance: Check for any performance issues in the SAP system that could be affecting the execution of subprocesses. This may involve monitoring system resources and workload.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BPM or PI to understand the expected behavior of subprocesses and any prerequisites for their execution.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and context around the error.