How To Fix CNIF_PI047 - Assignment of subnetwork: main network is not fully defined

CNIF_PI047 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNIF_PI - BAPI Notifications of Project System

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Assignment of subnetwork: main network is not fully defined

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain the relationship 'Part network to' for the current
network. However, you have not completely defined the main network: You
either just specified the number of the main network or just specified
the operation number of a main network.

System Response

The system does not create the partial network relationship. The BAPI
ends with an error.

How to fix this error?

Define the main network completely with both a valid network number and
operation number.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNIF_PI047 - Assignment of subnetwork: main network is not fully defined ?

  The SAP error message CNIF_PI047 ("Assignment of subnetwork: main network is not fully defined") typically occurs in the context of network planning and management within SAP's Project System (PS) or other related modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the main network to which a subnetwork is being assigned. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Main Network Definition: The main network may not have all the required attributes or elements defined. This could include missing nodes, activities, or relationships.
  Missing Network Elements: Certain elements that are expected in the main network (like activities or milestones) may be missing or not properly linked.
  Incorrect Status: The main network might be in a status that does not allow for the assignment of subnetworks (e.g., it might be locked or in a closed status).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the network