How To Fix RSBPCB_EXCEPTION349 - BPF: Validation: No process owner is defined for template &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 349

• Message text: BPF: Validation: No process owner is defined for template &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION349 - BPF: Validation: No process owner is defined for template &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION349 with the description "BPF: Validation: No process owner is defined for template &1" typically occurs in the context of Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when a process template is being validated, and it lacks a defined process owner.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the specified process template (denoted by &1) does not have a process owner assigned to it. In BPC, a process owner is essential for defining who is responsible for the execution and management of a particular process. Without this assignment, the system cannot proceed with the validation or execution of the process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a process owner for the specified template. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the BPC Administration Console:
  
  Log in to the BPC web interface or the BPC administration console.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Process Template:
  
  Go to the section where process templates are managed. This is usually found under the "Process Management" or "Process Templates" area.
  
  
  
  Edit the Process Template:
  
  Locate the template that corresponds to the error message (the one indicated by &1).
  Open the template for editing.
  
  
  
  Assign a Process Owner:
  
  Look for the field labeled "Process Owner" or similar.
  Assign a valid user or role that will act as the process owner for this template.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After assigning the process owner, save the changes to the template.
  
  
  
  Revalidate the Process:
  
  Attempt to revalidate or execute the process that was previously failing to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user assigned as the process owner has the necessary permissions to manage the process.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BPC documentation for detailed instructions on managing process templates and roles.
  System Logs: If the error persists after assigning a process owner, check the system logs for additional error messages that may provide further insights into the issue.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your BPC processes can be validated and executed correctly.