How To Fix CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES010 - Higher-level planning element & cannot be changed

CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES - Project Planning - Object Services Message Class

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Higher-level planning element & cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

The higher-level planning element is in display mode.

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?

Switch to the change mode.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES010 - Details

• The SAP error message CGPL_OBJECT_SERVICES010 indicates that a higher-level planning element cannot be changed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar planning modules where hierarchical structures are used for planning purposes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Restrictions: The error usually arises when you attempt to change a higher-level planning element (like a product group or a planning area) that is part of a hierarchy. Changes to these elements may be restricted to maintain data integrity.
  Locked Objects: The planning element might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Data Consistency: The system may prevent changes to ensure that the data remains consistent across the planning hierarchy.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the higher-level planning element.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure: Review the hierarchy structure to ensure that you are not trying to change a higher-level element that is meant to be stable.