How To Fix STEP466 - PSEUDO "&1" &2 ignored ("IGNORE_OWN_DUMMY_SPEC = TRUE").

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 466

• Message text: PSEUDO "&1" &2 ignored ("IGNORE_OWN_DUMMY_SPEC = TRUE").

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP466 - PSEUDO "&1" &2 ignored ("IGNORE_OWN_DUMMY_SPEC = TRUE"). ?

  The SAP error message "STEP466 PSEUDO "&1" &2 ignored ("IGNORE_OWN_DUMMY_SPEC = TRUE")" typically occurs during the execution of a process in SAP, particularly in the context of the SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with process steps that involve pseudo steps or dummy specifications.
  Cause:
  
  Pseudo Step: The error indicates that a pseudo step (a step that does not perform any actual processing) is being ignored. This can happen if the workflow or process is designed to include a step that is not fully defined or is not intended to execute any actions.
  Configuration Issue: The configuration of the workflow or process may have a step that is not properly set up, leading to it being treated as a dummy step.
  Parameter Setting: The parameter IGNORE_OWN_DUMMY_SPEC is set to TRUE, which means that the system is configured to ignore its own dummy specifications. This can lead to the message being generated when the system encounters a pseudo step.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Workflow/Process Definition: Check the workflow or process definition to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no unnecessary pseudo steps included. If a step is not needed, consider removing it.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the workflow or process are correct. If a step is intended to perform an action, verify that it is properly configured to do so.
  Adjust Parameter Settings: If the behavior of ignoring dummy specifications is not desired, consider changing the parameter IGNORE_OWN_DUMMY_SPEC to FALSE. However, this should be done with caution and understanding of the implications, as it may affect other processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow or process you are working with for additional guidance on handling pseudo steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on handling pseudo steps in workflows.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, consider stepping through the workflow or process to identify where the pseudo step is being generated and why it is being ignored.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.