How To Fix RSPC006 - Process &1, variant &2 is not scheduled waiting for event &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Process &1, variant &2 is not scheduled waiting for event &3 &4

What causes this issue?

Process &V1& (variant &V2&) needs to be started. According to the
process chain maintenance, it needs to be scheduled while waiting for
event &V2& &v4&. However, this is not the case.

System Response

The chain is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

In order to complete the chain run, follow these steps:
Ensure that <LS>Start Using Metachain or API</> is selected in the
variant maintenance for the start process. By doing so, you ensure that
the chain is not restarted.
Schedule the process chain.
In the log view for the process chain maintenance, choose <LS>View ->
Merge Active Version</>, and end the incorrect process using the
respective context menu entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC006 - Process &1, variant &2 is not scheduled waiting for event &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message RSPC006 indicates that a process chain (identified by the process chain name and variant) is not scheduled because it is waiting for a specific event to trigger its execution. This is a common scenario in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when using process chains to manage data loading and processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The process chain is designed to start based on an event that has not yet occurred.
  The event that the process chain is waiting for is either not triggered or has been incorrectly configured.
  There may be issues with the event management settings or the event itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPC006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Event Triggering:
  
  Verify that the event that the process chain is waiting for has been triggered. You can do this by checking the event management logs or the relevant transaction (e.g., SM62 for event logs).
  
  
  
  Manually Trigger the Event:
  
  If the event has not been triggered, you can manually trigger it if applicable. This can often be done through the relevant transaction or program that generates the event.
  
  
  
  Review Process Chain Configuration:
  
  Open the process chain in transaction RSPC and check the settings for the event. Ensure that the event is correctly defined and that the process chain is set up to wait for the correct event.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Previous Steps:
  
  Sometimes, the process chain may not reach the event waiting step due to errors in previous steps. Review the logs of the process chain to identify any issues that may have occurred earlier in the chain.
  
  
  
  Event Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the event management settings in your SAP system are correctly configured. This includes checking the event class and ensuring that the event is active.
  
  
  
  Re-schedule the Process Chain:
  
  If necessary, you can re-schedule the process chain to run after the event has been triggered. This can be done in transaction RSPC by selecting the process chain and choosing the option to execute it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  SM62: Event Management Log
  RSPC1: Process Chain Monitor
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help documentation on process chains and event management can provide additional insights into configuring and troubleshooting process chains.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to process chains and event handling.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPC006 error and ensure that your process chain executes as intended.