How To Fix CN182 - Activity & cannot be released: Purchasing data is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Activity & cannot be released: Purchasing data is missing

What causes this issue?

You want to release an activity. However you have not maintained all
the data necessary for purchasing.
Purchasing requires the following data:
Requirements quantity and unit of measure
G/L account
Purcahsing group
Material group

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN182 - Activity & cannot be released: Purchasing data is missing ?

  The SAP error message CN182, which states "Activity & cannot be released: Purchasing data is missing," typically occurs in the context of project management and cost planning within SAP. This error indicates that there is a missing purchasing-related data for an activity in a project, which prevents the activity from being released.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Purchasing Information: The activity in question may not have the necessary purchasing data, such as a purchase order or a procurement type defined.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for the activity or the related work center may not be fully maintained, leading to missing purchasing information.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for project management or purchasing may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in data retrieval.
  Activity Type Settings: The activity type assigned to the project may not be configured to allow purchasing data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CN182 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Activity Data:
  
  Go to the activity in question and check if all required purchasing data is filled in. This includes checking for any missing purchase orders or procurement types.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the activity and the work center is complete. This includes checking the activity type settings and ensuring that all necessary fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the project management and purchasing modules to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  
  
  
  Assign Purchasing Data:
  
  If the activity requires purchasing data, ensure that it is assigned correctly. This may involve creating or linking a purchase order to the activity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements related to the activity type and purchasing data.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, attempt to release the activity again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to access and modify project activities.
  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 authorizations to view and modify purchasing data related to project activities.
  
  If the issue 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 and purchasing within SAP.