How To Fix RSBPCB_EXCEPTION357 - BPF: Validation: Activities in template &1 are out of order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 357

• Message text: BPF: Validation: Activities in template &1 are out of order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION357 - BPF: Validation: Activities in template &1 are out of order ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION357 indicates that there is a validation issue with the activities in a Business Process Framework (BPF) template. Specifically, it means that the activities defined in the template are not in the correct order as expected by the system.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Sequence of Activities: The activities in the BPF template are not arranged in a logical sequence. For example, a subsequent activity may be defined before a prerequisite activity.
  Missing Dependencies: Some activities may depend on the completion of others, and if these dependencies are not respected, the system will throw this error.
  Template Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the BPF template itself, such as incorrect settings or missing links between activities.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the BPF Template:
  
  Open the BPF template in the SAP system.
  Check the sequence of activities and ensure they are arranged in the correct order.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Verify if there are any dependencies between activities. Ensure that all prerequisite activities are completed before the subsequent ones are scheduled.
  
  
  
  Modify the Template:
  
  If you find any activities that are out of order, rearrange them to follow the correct sequence.
  Ensure that all necessary links and dependencies are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate the Template:
  
  After making changes, validate the BPF template again to ensure that there are no further issues.
  
  
  
  Test the BPF:
  
  Once the template is corrected, run a test to ensure that the BPF functions as expected without throwing any errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct order of activities, refer to SAP documentation or guidelines related to BPF templates for best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on BPF configuration to better understand how to set up templates correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issues causing the RSBPCB_EXCEPTION357 error in your BPF template.