How To Fix VCM_METADATA_CHECK005 - Define only one initial process step for value chain &1 (version &2).


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VCM_METADATA_CHECK - Messages for metadata consistency check

  • Message number: 005

  • Message text: Define only one initial process step for value chain &1 (version &2).

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  • What causes this issue?

    Value chain &v1& (version &v2&) contains more than one initial process
    step (with execution type <LS>Initiated</>).

    How to fix this error?

    Make sure that the value chain contains only one initial process step.

    Procedure for System Administrators

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


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCM_METADATA_CHECK005 - Define only one initial process step for value chain &1 (version &2). ?
    The SAP error message VCM_METADATA_CHECK005 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a value chain in the SAP system. Specifically, it states that you need to define only one initial process step for the specified value chain and version. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
    
    Cause: The error occurs when multiple initial process steps are defined for a value chain. In SAP, a value chain should have a single starting point (initial process step) to ensure that the flow of processes is clear and unambiguous. Having more than one initial step can lead to confusion in process execution and reporting.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you need to review the configuration of the value chain and ensure that only one initial process step is defined. Here are the steps to do this: Access the Value Chain Configuration: Go to the relevant transaction code in SAP (e.g.,

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