How To Fix STC_TM137 - Task '&1' needs task '&2'; task '&1' remains skipped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Task '&1' needs task '&2'; task '&1' remains skipped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM137 - Task '&1' needs task '&2'; task '&1' remains skipped ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM137 indicates that a specific task in a task chain (or background job) cannot be executed because it depends on another task that has not been completed or is not available. The message format typically looks like this:
  Task '&1' needs task '&2'; task '&1' remains skipped.
  Cause:
  
  Dependency Not Met: The task '&1' has a dependency on task '&2', which means that task '&2' must be completed successfully before task '&1' can start. If task '&2' has not been executed, failed, or was skipped, task '&1' will not run.
  Incorrect Task Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the task chain where the dependencies are not set up correctly.
  Execution Order: The tasks may not be executed in the correct order due to scheduling issues or manual intervention.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Task Dependencies: Review the task chain configuration to ensure that the dependencies are correctly defined. Make sure that task '&2' is indeed required for task '&1'.
  Execute Missing Task: If task '&2' has not been executed, run it manually or check why it was skipped or failed. Ensure that it completes successfully.
  Review Logs: Check the logs for both tasks to identify any errors or issues that may have caused task '&2' to fail or be skipped.
  Adjust Task Chain: If the dependency is no longer valid or necessary, consider adjusting the task chain to remove the dependency or modify the execution order.
  Re-run the Task Chain: After resolving the issue with task '&2', re-run the entire task chain to ensure that all tasks execute as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and SM21 (System Log) to investigate further.
  Task Chain Monitoring: Use transaction STC01 to monitor and manage task chains and their execution status.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on task chains and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the STC_TM137 error and ensure that your task chain runs smoothly.