How To Fix SYBPM066 - No expansion policy is configured for segment '&1', action ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SYBPM - Messages for Sybase ASE Database Monitor

• Message number: 066

• Message text: No expansion policy is configured for segment '&1', action ignored

What causes this issue?

Not allowed to enable/disable automatic expansion while the object is
configured with ?default? policy.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

First change the configuration policy of the segment which then allows
the activation/deactivation of the auto-expansion.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SYBPM066 - No expansion policy is configured for segment '&1', action ignored ?

  The SAP error message SYBPM066 indicates that there is no expansion policy configured for a specific segment in a Business Process Management (BPM) context. This error typically arises when the system attempts to execute a process that requires an expansion policy for a segment, but none has been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Expansion Policy: The primary cause of this error is that the segment specified in the error message does not have an associated expansion policy. Expansion policies define how segments should be expanded or processed during execution.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the BPM process or the segments involved, leading to the absence of a defined expansion policy.
  Incorrect Segment Reference: The segment referenced in the error message may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the context of the process being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define an Expansion Policy:
  
  Go to the BPM configuration in your SAP system.
  Locate the segment mentioned in the error message.
  Create or assign an appropriate expansion policy for that segment. This policy should define how the segment should behave during process execution.
  
  
  
  Check Segment Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the segment to ensure it is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set.
  Ensure that the segment is properly linked to the overall BPM process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After defining the expansion policy, test the BPM process to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  Monitor the execution of the process to confirm that the segment is being processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring expansion policies and segments in BPM.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in BPM configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BPM (Business Process Management): A discipline that involves the modeling, execution, monitoring, and optimization of business processes.
  Expansion Policies: Rules that dictate how segments of a process should be expanded or executed, often used in scenarios involving dynamic process flows.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Check SAP's support portal for any notes or articles related to SYBPM066 for additional insights or updates regarding this error.
  
  By addressing the configuration of the expansion policy and ensuring that all segments are properly defined, you should be able to resolve the SYBPM066 error effectively.