How To Fix RSPC137 - Process &1 &2, instance &3 does not exist in run &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Process &1 &2, instance &3 does not exist in run &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC137 - Process &1 &2, instance &3 does not exist in run &4 ?

  The SAP error message RSPC137 indicates that a specific process chain instance does not exist in the specified run. This error typically occurs in the context of process chains in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to access or manipulate a process chain instance that is not found in the system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Instance or Run ID: The instance or run ID specified in the error message may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Process Chain Not Executed: The process chain may not have been executed, or it may have been deleted or not yet created.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or metadata related to the process chain.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified process chain instance.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPC137 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Instance and Run ID:
  
  Check the instance and run ID provided in the error message to ensure they are correct.
  Use transaction code RSPC to access the process chain and verify its status.
  
  
  
  Check Process Chain Execution:
  
  Ensure that the process chain has been executed successfully. You can do this by checking the execution logs in transaction RSPC.
  If the process chain has not been executed, run it manually to create the instance.
  
  
  
  Review Process Chain Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the process chain to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no missing components.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  If the process chain instance was deleted, you may need to recreate it or re-execute the process chain.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the process chain and its instances. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  RSPC1: Process Chain Monitor
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for process chains in BW for more detailed information on managing and troubleshooting process chains.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSPC137 error and implement a solution to resolve it.