How To Fix RSPC061 - Process &1 variant &2 is referenced but is not a predecessor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Process &1 variant &2 is referenced but is not a predecessor

What causes this issue?

Process &V1&, variant &V2& must precede process &V3& &V4& in the chain.
However, there is no connection between these two proceses.

System Response

The system is unable to activate the process chain.

How to fix this error?

Change process &V3& &V4& so that it no longer references &V1& &V2&, or
schedule process &V1& &V2& in the chain so that it precedes &V3& &V4&.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC061 - Process &1 variant &2 is referenced but is not a predecessor ?

  The SAP error message RSPC061 indicates that there is an issue with a process chain in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it means that a variant of a process (identified by &2) is being referenced in the process chain (identified by &1), but it is not defined as a predecessor for that process. This can lead to issues in the execution of the process chain.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The process chain is configured to reference a variant that is not set up as a predecessor. This can happen if the process chain was modified, and the predecessor relationship was not updated accordingly.
  Missing Predecessor: The variant may have been deleted or not properly assigned as a predecessor in the process chain.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the variant name or process name, leading to a mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Process Chain Configuration:
  
  Go to the process chain in transaction code RSPC.
  Review the configuration of the process that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the variant specified is correctly set as a predecessor for that process.
  
  
  
  Update Predecessor Relationships:
  
  If the variant is not set as a predecessor, you need to add it. Right-click on the process in the process chain and select "Edit" to modify the predecessor settings.
  Make sure that the predecessor is correctly defined and that the variant is available.
  
  
  
  Verify Variant Existence:
  
  Check if the variant exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSPC) and looking for the variant.
  If the variant has been deleted or is missing, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the names of the process and the variant for any typographical errors that could lead to the error message.
  
  
  
  Test the Process Chain:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process chain to ensure that it runs without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  RSPC1: Process Chain Monitor
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on process chains and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to process chains and variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPC061 error and ensure that your process chain runs smoothly.