How To Fix CN720 - PS text & text type & for item & copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 720

• Message text: PS text & text type & for item & copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN720 - PS text & text type & for item & copied ?

  The SAP error message CN720 typically relates to issues with the Project System (PS) module, specifically concerning the text associated with a project or network activity. The error message format you provided indicates that there is a problem with the text and text type for a specific item that has been copied.
  Cause:
  The CN720 error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Texts: The text for the specified item (e.g., a project or network activity) may not have been copied correctly or may be missing altogether.
  Text Type Issues: The text type specified may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the text for the specified item.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Project System that are not set up correctly, leading to issues with text handling.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CN720 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Text Entries: Verify that the text for the specified item exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant project or network activity and checking the text tab.
  
  
  Validate Text Type: Ensure that the text type being referenced is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for the Project System.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the text for the specified item. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Recreate the Item: If the item was copied from another project or network activity, try recreating it manually to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling text in the Project System.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to manage project texts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the CN720 error for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in SPRO related to Project System texts to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CN720 error in SAP.