How To Fix RSMPC004 - InfoPackage &1 does not exist. It is only a separator in the list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMPC - Messages for Process Chains of Generic Processes

• Message number: 004

• Message text: InfoPackage &1 does not exist. It is only a separator in the list

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select a valid InfoPackage.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMPC004 - InfoPackage &1 does not exist. It is only a separator in the list ?

  The SAP error message RSMPC004 indicates that the InfoPackage you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to execute a data load or a process that references an InfoPackage that has either been deleted, is inactive, or was never created.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent InfoPackage: The specified InfoPackage ID does not exist in the system.
  Deleted InfoPackage: The InfoPackage may have been deleted or is no longer available.
  Inactive InfoPackage: The InfoPackage might be inactive or not properly configured.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the InfoPackage name or ID when you are trying to reference it.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoPackage.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify InfoPackage Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check if the InfoPackage exists by navigating to the relevant InfoPackage area (Transaction Code: RSA1 -> Data Warehousing Workbench -> InfoProvider -> InfoPackage).
  Ensure that the InfoPackage ID you are using is correct.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  If the InfoPackage was deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  Activate the InfoPackage:
  
  If the InfoPackage is inactive, activate it by selecting the InfoPackage and choosing the activation option.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the InfoPackage name or ID for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the InfoPackage. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Separators:
  
  The message mentions that it is "only a separator in the list," which may indicate that the InfoPackage is not properly configured or is being treated as a placeholder. Ensure that the InfoPackage is correctly set up and not just a separator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on InfoPackages and data loading processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to InfoPackages and error RSMPC004.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.