How To Fix RSPC012 - Processes are already connected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Processes are already connected

What causes this issue?

Process &V2& is already the direct successor of &V1&.

System Response

The action has been terminated.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC012 - Processes are already connected ?

  The SAP error message RSPC012, which states "Processes are already connected," typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Chain (PC) execution. This error indicates that there is an attempt to connect processes in a way that is not allowed because they are already connected or there is a conflict in the process chain configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Connections: The error may arise if there are duplicate connections between processes in the process chain.
  Incorrect Configuration: The process chain may have been incorrectly configured, leading to attempts to connect processes that are already linked.
  Execution State: If a process is already running or has not completed its execution, trying to connect it again can lead to this error.
  Process Chain Changes: If changes were made to the process chain while it was still executing, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Process Connections: Review the process chain to ensure that there are no duplicate connections between processes. Remove