How To Fix /PRA/CHECK_INPUT187 - CDEX Override Process Number &1 does not exist in Process Rules.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CHECK_INPUT -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: CDEX Override Process Number &1 does not exist in Process Rules.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT187 - CDEX Override Process Number &1 does not exist in Process Rules. ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT187 CDEX Override Process Number &1 does not exist in Process Rules typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a process number that has not been defined in the process rules for the CDEX (Central Data Exchange) functionality. This can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing or when executing specific transactions related to the CDEX functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Process Number: The process number specified in the error message does not exist in the defined process rules.
  Configuration Issues: The process rules may not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the process number.
  Transport Issues: If the process rules were recently transported from another system, they may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Process Rules:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where process rules are defined (usually under the CDEX or related module).
  Verify if the process number mentioned in the error message exists in the process rules.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Process Rules:
  
  If the process number does not exist, you may need to create a new process rule that includes this number.
  If it exists but is inactive or incorrectly configured, update the rule accordingly.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input data for any typos or incorrect entries related to the process number.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the process rules were recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Re-import or activate the transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to CDEX and process rules for any specific requirements or configurations that may be needed.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access configuration settings or SE11 to check database tables related to process rules.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify process rules in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.