How To Fix CN369 - Changes to network & critical due to purch. req. release status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 369

• Message text: Changes to network & critical due to purch. req. release status

What causes this issue?

The network &V1& has purchase requisitions that have the status
"released".
The released status of the purchase requisition prohibits can type of
change. You can still change date in the network, however, data which
is relevant for purchasing, such as dates and quantities will not be
updated in the purchase requisition.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN369 - Changes to network & critical due to purch. req. release status ?

  The SAP error message CN369 indicates that there are changes to a network that are critical due to the release status of a purchase requisition. This typically occurs in the context of project management and network planning within SAP, particularly in the Project System (PS) module.
  Cause:
  The error CN369 usually arises when:
  
  Purchase Requisition Status: The purchase requisition associated with the network activity has a release status that prevents changes to the network. This could be due to the requisition being in a locked state or not fully released.
  Network Changes: There are attempts to make changes to the network (like changing dates, costs, or other attributes) that are not allowed because of the status of the related purchase requisition.
  Dependencies: The network activity may have dependencies on the purchase requisition that must be resolved before changes can be made.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CN369 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Purchase Requisition Status:
  
  Go to the purchase requisition in question and check its release status. Ensure that it is fully released and not in a blocked or incomplete state.
  If it is not released, work with the relevant team to get it released.
  
  
  
  Review Network Changes:
  
  Analyze the changes you are trying to make to the network. Ensure that they are necessary and that the purchase requisition is in a state that allows for these changes.
  If the changes are not critical, consider postponing them until the purchase requisition is fully processed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Project Management:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of the changes, consult with your project management team or the person responsible for the project to understand the impact of the purchase requisition on the network.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like ME53N to display the purchase requisition and check its status.
  Use CN22 to display the network and see the associated activities.
  
  
  
  Error Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to error CN369 for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  Project System (PS) Module: Familiarize yourself with the functionalities of the PS module, especially how it interacts with procurement processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to networks and purchase requisitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CN369 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.