How To Fix VCM_METADATA_CHECK011 - Precondition &1 does not exist for process step &2 in value chain &3.


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VCM_METADATA_CHECK - Messages for metadata consistency check

  • Message number: 011

  • Message text: Precondition &1 does not exist for process step &2 in value chain &3.

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  • What causes this issue?

    The precondition &V1& that you have defined for process step &V2& does
    not exist for value chain &V3& (version &V4&).

    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?

    Enter a valid precondition for process step &V2& in value chain &V3&
    (version &V4&). For more information, see the table <LB>vcm_precondition
    </>.
    Note, that you have to define a precondition for each process step of a
    value chain. Set up the preconditions before you define the process
    steps in a value chain.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCM_METADATA_CHECK011 - Precondition &1 does not exist for process step &2 in value chain &3. ?
    The SAP error message VCM_METADATA_CHECK011 indicates that there is a missing precondition for a specific process step in a value chain. This error typically arises in the context of Value Chain Management (VCM) when the system is trying to validate the configuration of a value chain and finds that a required precondition is not defined.
    
    Cause: The error is caused by one of the following reasons: Missing Precondition Definition: The precondition that is expected for the specified process step does not exist in the system. Incorrect Configuration: The value chain or process step may not be configured correctly, leading to the absence of the required precondition. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the value chain or process steps, which can lead to this error.
    Solution: To resolve the error, you can take the following steps: Check Precondition Configuration: Navigate to the configuration settings for the value chain in SAP. Verify that the precondition for the

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