How To Fix CN299 - Freely defined reference point overrules a fixed reference point

CN299 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 299

• Message text: Freely defined reference point overrules a fixed reference point

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain a freely defined reference point for BOM transfer

System Response

As from Release 4.6A there is a fixed reference point as an entity in
Customizing. It is can be maintained both in BOM and network
maintenance. This new reference point is used in BOM transfer, if no
freely definable reference point has been entered
The freely definable reference point has been retained, for reasons of
compatibility and can be used as an assignment criteriion as an
alernative to the fixed reference point.

How to fix this error?

Decide which reference point you want to use in BOM transfer.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN299 - Freely defined reference point overrules a fixed reference point ?

  The SAP error message CN299, which states "Freely defined reference point overrules a fixed reference point," typically occurs in the context of project management and controlling within SAP, particularly when dealing with network planning and cost management.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is a conflict between a freely defined reference point and a fixed reference point in a project or network. A freely defined reference point allows for more flexibility in planning, while a fixed reference point is more rigid and is often used for standardization or compliance purposes. The system does not allow both types of reference points to coexist in a way that creates ambiguity in the project structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Reference Points: Check the reference points defined in your project or network. Identify where the conflict is occurring between the freely defined and fixed reference points.
  
  
  Adjust Reference Points: 
  
  If you need