How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TEST227 - Process Handler: Unknown process execution type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TEST -

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Process Handler: Unknown process execution type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TEST227 - Process Handler: Unknown process execution type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TEST227 Process Handler: Unknown process execution type &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system encounters an unrecognized or unsupported process execution type during the execution of a process chain or background job.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Process Execution Type: The error indicates that the process handler has received an execution type that it does not recognize. This could be due to a typo, a misconfiguration, or an unsupported execution type being referenced in the process chain.
  Missing Customization: If the execution type is a custom one, it may not have been properly defined or registered in the system.
  System Upgrade or Changes: If there have been recent upgrades or changes to the system, certain execution types may have been deprecated or altered, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Chain Configuration: Review the configuration of the process chain or job that is triggering the error. Ensure that all execution types referenced are valid and correctly spelled.
  Validate Execution Types: Cross-check the execution types used in the process chain against the documentation or configuration in the system to ensure they are supported.
  Custom Execution Types: If you are using custom execution types, verify that they are correctly implemented and registered in the system. You may need to consult with your development team or SAP support for assistance.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Testing: If changes are made, test the process chain in a development or quality assurance environment before deploying to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM_ORDER, /SAPAPO/OM_PROCESS, or /SAPAPO/OM_CHAIN to review and manage process chains and execution types.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on process chains and execution types in SAP APO.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.