How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1220 - Posting not possible; chain & is not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Posting not possible; chain & is not released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1220 - Posting not possible; chain & is not released ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1220 Posting not possible; chain & is not released typically occurs in the context of the SAP Process Chain (PC) functionality, particularly when dealing with data loading or process execution in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the process chain you are trying to execute or post data to is not in a released state. In SAP BW, process chains must be released before they can be executed. If a process chain is still in a development or test state, it cannot be executed, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to release the process chain. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Access the Process Chain:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and navigate to the transaction code RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Find the Process Chain:
  
  In the Process Chain Maintenance screen, locate the process chain that is causing the error. You can search for it by name or use the available filters.
  
  
  
  Release the Process Chain:
  
  Once you have found the process chain, select it and check its status. If it is not released, you will need to release it.
  Right-click on the process chain and select the option to "Release" or use the menu options to release the process chain.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all the individual processes within the chain are also in a released state. If any of the processes are not released, you may need to release them as well.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After releasing the process chain, try to execute the process or load the data again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Process Chains: Process chains are used in SAP BW to automate data loading and processing tasks. They consist of various steps, including data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL).
  Development vs. Production: In SAP, objects (including process chains) often have different states (development, test, production). Ensure that you are working in the correct environment and that the process chain is appropriately released for the intended use.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to release process chains and perform the required actions in SAP BW.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to check the SAP Notes or consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance.