How To Fix STC_TM357 - Task '&1' not copied to new variant (old position &2)

STC_TM357 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Task '&1' not copied to new variant (old position &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM357 - Task '&1' not copied to new variant (old position &2) ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM357 indicates that a task (identified by &1) was not copied to a new variant due to its old position (&2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Task Management and Transport Management systems, particularly when dealing with variants of tasks in background processing or job scheduling.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise from several potential issues:
  
  Task Positioning: The task may be in a position that is not valid for copying. This could be due to dependencies on other tasks or the way tasks are organized in the task list.
  Task Status: The task might be in a status that prevents it from being copied, such as being locked or in a state that does not allow modifications.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the copying of tasks or variants.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to copy the task may not have the necessary