How To Fix UCS0210 - The task sequence and the preceding task definition do not agree

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 210

• Message text: The task sequence and the preceding task definition do not agree

What causes this issue?

The task &V1& is supposed to be the predecessor of task &V2&. However,
the task sequence in the task hierarchy has the reverse order.

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?

Change either the task sequence in the hierarchy or the predecessor
definition.

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 UCS0210 - The task sequence and the preceding task definition do not agree ?

  The SAP error message UCS0210, which states "The task sequence and the preceding task definition do not agree," typically occurs in the context of SAP's workflow or task management systems. This error indicates a mismatch between the expected sequence of tasks and the actual task definitions that have been set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Task Definitions: The task sequence defined in the workflow does not match the task definitions that have been created. This could happen if a task was modified or deleted after the sequence was defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the task sequence is not properly aligned with the defined tasks.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of task definitions, the system might be referencing an outdated or incorrect version.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies in the task definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Task Definitions: Check the task definitions in the system to ensure they are correctly defined and match the expected sequence.
  Update Task Sequence: If changes were made to the task definitions, update the task sequence to reflect these changes.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection for Frequency) to analyze the workflow and identify inconsistencies.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all relevant task definitions were included in the transport request and that they are consistent across environments.
  Recreate Task Sequence: If necessary, recreate the task sequence from scratch to ensure that it aligns with the current task definitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Workflow Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflows and task management to ensure that best practices are being followed.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging to trace the workflow execution and identify where the mismatch occurs.
  Consult SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCS0210 error and implement a solution to resolve it.