How To Fix CN496 - Execution factor for activity & network & becoming too large - check

CN496 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 496

• Message text: Execution factor for activity & network & becoming too large - check

What causes this issue?

If the system multipies the execution factor in the header of network
&V2& by the execution factor in activity &V1&, the product is too
large.
The maximum execution factor is 999.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOFUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Check the quantity structure in the network and enter other execution
factors.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CN496 - Details

• The SAP error message CN496 indicates that the execution factor for a specific activity and network is becoming too large. This typically occurs in the context of project management and network planning within SAP, particularly when dealing with project systems (PS) or production planning (PP).
  
  Cause:
  The error message CN496 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  High Execution Factor: The execution factor for an activity may exceed the system's defined limits. This can happen if the planned work or resources allocated to an activity are disproportionately high compared to the overall project or network.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or unrealistic data entered for the activity, such as excessive quantities, durations, or resource allocations.
  
  
  Cumulative Values: If the execution factors of multiple activities are cumulative, the total may exceed the allowable limits set in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system settings or parameters for execution factors may not be configured correctly, leading to