How To Fix RSPC053 - There is no open run for variant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 053

• Message text: There is no open run for variant &1

What causes this issue?

No active run exists for variant &V1&. The most recent run has probably
been flagged (manually) as complete.

System Response

The end of the process has not been registered with process chain
management.

How to fix this error?

Find out whether the end of the process has been registered manually or
by an earlier run of the <ZH>RSPC_ABAP_FINISH</> function module.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC053 - There is no open run for variant &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSPC053 ("There is no open run for variant &1") typically occurs in the context of process chains in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you attempt to execute a process chain or a specific process within a process chain that is not currently running or has not been started.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Active Run: The error indicates that there is no active or open run for the specified variant. This can happen if:
  
  The process chain has not been started.
  The process chain has completed its execution and is no longer in an active state.
  The variant specified does not correspond to any currently running process.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Variant: The variant you are trying to use may not be correctly defined or may not exist.
  
  
  Process Chain Status: The process chain may be in a status that does not allow it to be executed (e.g., it may be in a "finished" or "error" state).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Process Chain Status: 
  
  Go to the transaction code RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance) and check the status of the process chain you are trying to execute. Ensure that it is in a state that allows execution.
  
  
  
  Start the Process Chain: 
  
  If the process chain is not running, you can manually start it from the RSPC transaction. Select the process chain and choose the option to start it.
  
  
  
  Verify the Variant: 
  
  Ensure that the variant you are using is correctly defined and exists. You can check this in the variant maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors: 
  
  If the process chain has previously run and encountered errors, check the logs for any issues that may have caused it to stop. You can find logs in the RSPC transaction under the "Log" tab.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process: 
  
  If the process chain has completed but you need to run it again, you may need to reset it or create a new run.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the specific variant or process chain, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  RSPC_ADMIN: Process Chain Administration
  RSPC_LOG: Process Chain Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to process chains and error messages.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or solutions in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPC053 error and successfully execute your process chain or process.