How To Fix RSPC179 - Process &1 and variant &2 saved in object version 'M'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Process &1 and variant &2 saved in object version 'M'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC179 - Process &1 and variant &2 saved in object version 'M' ?

  The SAP error message RSPC179 indicates that a process chain (identified by &1) and its associated variant (identified by &2) have been saved in object version 'M'. This typically means that the process chain is in a "modified" state and cannot be executed until it is activated.
  Cause:
  
  Modified Process Chain: The process chain has been modified and saved in a version that is not active. In SAP BW, process chains can have multiple versions, and only the active version can be executed.
  Version Management: The system uses version management to keep track of changes made to process chains. When a process chain is modified, it is saved in a new version, which may not be activated yet.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the process chain version. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the Process Chain:
  
  Go to transaction code RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance).
  Locate the process chain using the name provided in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check the Versions:
  
  In the process chain maintenance screen, check the versions of the process chain.
  You should see the modified version (version 'M') listed.
  
  
  
  Activate the Process Chain:
  
  Select the modified version and choose the option to activate it. This is usually done by clicking on the "Activate" button or using the menu options.
  Confirm the activation process.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process Chain:
  
  After activation, you can attempt to execute the process chain again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Process Chains: In SAP BW, process chains are used to automate data loading and processing tasks. They can include various steps such as data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL).
  Version Management: SAP BW allows for version management of process chains, enabling users to maintain different versions of a process chain for testing or development purposes.
  Error Handling: If you encounter further issues after activation, check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider consulting SAP documentation or reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.