How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1460 - Enter a chain type

/SAPPCE/DPCM1460 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Enter a chain type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1460 - Enter a chain type ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1460 Enter a chain type typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Change Management (PCM) module, particularly when dealing with the configuration of product chains or similar processes. This error indicates that the system expects a specific input related to a "chain type," but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a required field for the chain type in the relevant transaction or screen.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Product Change Management module, where the chain types have not been defined properly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select chain types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Chain Type: The immediate solution is to ensure that you enter a valid chain type in the required field. Check the documentation or help text for the valid