How To Fix SMT005 - For mapping &1 there is no step &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMT -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: For mapping &1 there is no step &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMT005 - For mapping &1 there is no step &2 ?

  The SAP error message SMT005, which states "For mapping &1 there is no step &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there is an issue with the mapping configuration. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific mapping step that is referenced in the mapping configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping Step: The mapping step referenced in the error message does not exist in the mapping program or is not correctly defined.
  Incorrect Mapping Configuration: The mapping configuration may have been altered or not properly set up, leading to references to non-existent steps.
  Transport Issues: If the mapping was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the mapping steps to be lost or not properly imported.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the mapping, the system may be referencing an outdated or incorrect version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Mapping Configuration: Verify the mapping configuration in the Integration Directory. Ensure that all steps referenced in the mapping are correctly defined and exist.
  Review Mapping Program: Open the mapping program in the SAP PI/PO system and check if the step mentioned in the error message is present. If it is missing, you may need to recreate it.
  Re-import Mapping: If the mapping was transported, consider re-importing the mapping or checking the transport logs for any errors that occurred during the transport.
  Check for Version Conflicts: Ensure that you are using the correct version of the mapping. If there are multiple versions, make sure the correct one is activated and used in the configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific mapping to ensure that all required steps are included.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SXMB_MONI for monitoring messages or SPRO for configuration settings related to PI/PO.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for SMT005 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.