How To Fix 72186 - Please activate one of the conditions set for the planned hours


72186 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

  • Message number: 186

  • Message text: Please activate one of the conditions set for the planned hours

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72186 - Please activate one of the conditions set for the planned hours ?
    The SAP error message 72186, "Please activate one of the conditions set for the planned hours," typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning within SAP. This error indicates that there are conditions related to planned hours that have not been activated, which prevents the system from proceeding with the operation you are trying to perform.
    
    Cause: Inactive Conditions: The error usually arises when the system requires certain conditions (like planned hours for a project or task) to be activated, but none of them are currently active.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project or production planning module that need to be adjusted. Missing Data: Required data for planned hours may be missing or incorrectly entered in the system.
    Solution: Activate Conditions: Go to the relevant transaction (like CJ20N for project management) and check the conditions set for planned hours. Ensure that at least one of the conditions is activated. This may

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