How To Fix 72190 - Activate one condition for the planned hours

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Activate one condition for the planned hours

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72190 - Activate one condition for the planned hours ?

  The SAP error message 72190, "Activate one condition for the planned hours," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules when there is an issue with the configuration of planned hours for a project or activity. This error indicates that the system requires at least one condition to be activated for the planned hours to be processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often arises when there is no valid condition type configured for the planned hours in the relevant settings.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the project or activity may not have been properly defined, leading to the absence of necessary conditions.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the project or activity, such as missing or incorrect entries in the planning data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the project or activity in SAP.
  Ensure that at least one condition type for planned hours is activated. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the Project System or Controlling modules.
  
  
  
  Review Project Settings:
  
  Go to the project definition or activity details and check the planning settings.
  Ensure that the planned hours are correctly defined and that the necessary conditions are activated.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that all required fields are filled out correctly in the project or activity planning data.
  Check for any missing entries or inconsistencies that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring planned hours and conditions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to review and adjust project settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to project settings and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 72190 and ensure that your planned hours are correctly configured in SAP.