How To Fix SDRAFT_LIFECYCLE109 - Configuration for event &1 ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDRAFT_LIFECYCLE - Draft Lifecycle

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Configuration for event &1 ignored

What causes this issue?

No specific configuration is defined for Expiry Event <(>&<)>1

System Response

The configuration will be ignored as the default configuration will be
used.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDRAFT_LIFECYCLE109 - Configuration for event &1 ignored ?

  The SAP error message SDRAFT_LIFECYCLE109 with the description "Configuration for event &1 ignored" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with draft documents in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the lifecycle events of draft documents.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The event specified in the error message (&1) does not have the necessary configuration in the system. This could mean that the event is not defined in the customizing settings for draft lifecycle management.
  
  
  Incorrect Event Handling: The system may be trying to process an event that is not applicable or not properly set up in the system.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been fully or correctly transported, leading to missing settings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or trigger the event, leading to the configuration being ignored.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SDRAFT_LIFECYCLE109 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings for draft lifecycle management in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for configuring lifecycle events and ensure that the event specified in the error message is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Event Handling:
  
  Verify that the event is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set up.
  Ensure that the event is relevant to the document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the draft lifecycle events. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to draft lifecycle management for any additional insights or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the configuration is being ignored. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the version you are using, as there may be specific instructions or updates related to draft lifecycle management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SDRAFT_LIFECYCLE109 error in your SAP system.