How To Fix STC_TASK015 -

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TASK - Task related Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text:

What causes this issue?

This task is just a dummy (placeholder) for the original task object
&V1& (type &V2&). It cannot be executed and will be skipped during task
list variant or task list run processing.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact the task owner. In case the task is provided by SAP, check the
SAP Online Service System for the object name.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TASK015 - ?

  The SAP error message STC_TASK015, which states "Task &1 is a dummy task," typically occurs in the context of SAP's background processing and task management, particularly when dealing with the SAP Solution Manager or the SAP Transport Management System (TMS).
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the task referenced (denoted by &1) is a "dummy task." This means that the task does not contain any actual processing steps or actions to be executed. Dummy tasks are often placeholders or are created during the configuration of a task but have not been fully defined or populated with the necessary details.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Task Definition: 
  
  Go to the transaction code related to the task management (e.g., STC01 for the task management overview).
  Locate the task that is causing the error and check its definition. Ensure that it has valid steps and actions defined.
  
  
  
  Edit the Task:
  
  If the task is indeed a dummy task, you will need to edit it to add the necessary processing steps. This may involve defining the actions that the task should perform.
  
  
  
  Delete or Replace Dummy Tasks:
  
  If the task is not needed, consider deleting it or replacing it with a properly defined task that meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the dummy task in other processes or configurations. If there are, you may need to update those references.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to task management and background processing for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the task to ensure that it executes as expected without generating the dummy task error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as STC01 (Task Management), STC02 (Task Overview), and STC03 (Task Logs) for managing and monitoring tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to task management and dummy tasks.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the STC_TASK015 error and ensure that your tasks are properly defined and functional.