How To Fix CN154 - Enter various priorities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Enter various priorities

What causes this issue?

You want to set priorities for selecting how material components are
managed in stock. The priority of a type of inventory management
(plant, project, or sales order stock) must be unique. You cannot
assign a priority by leaving the <ZH>Priority</> field blank.

How to fix this error?

Assign
A unique priority for each stock type
Permitted values are from 1 (highest priority) to 9 (lowest priority).
<ZH>or</>
No priority for one or more stock types

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN154 - Enter various priorities ?

  The SAP error message CN154 ("Enter various priorities") typically occurs in the context of project management or network planning within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with project structures, networks, or activities. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify different priorities for the activities or elements you are working with.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a project or network and have not specified the required priority levels for the activities.
  The system expects a priority to be defined for scheduling or resource allocation purposes, and it cannot proceed without this information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CN154 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Activity Details: Go to the activity or project element that triggered the error. Ensure that you have entered the necessary priority information.
  
  
  Enter Priorities:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., CN21 for creating networks, CJ20N for project management).
  Select the activity or network element.
  Look for a field labeled "Priority" or similar.
  Enter the appropriate priority values. Priorities are usually defined numerically (e.g., 1 for high priority, 2 for medium, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Project Settings: If you are working with a project structure, ensure that the overall project settings allow for priority definitions. Sometimes, project templates or settings may restrict or require specific configurations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about what values to enter for priorities, refer to your organization's project management guidelines or SAP documentation for best practices.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the project or network. Lack of authorization can sometimes lead to incomplete data entry.
  
  
  Test Changes: After entering the required priorities, try to save or execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CN21 (Create Network), and CN22 (Change Network) to navigate effectively.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to project management and network planning to better understand how to manage priorities and other related fields.
  
  If the error persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in project management within SAP.