How To Fix CNVCMIS_A_10_MESSAGE051 - Cannot update activity status to Finish; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVCMIS_A_10_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Cannot update activity status to Finish; see long text

What causes this issue?

You executed an activity and want to update its status to <LS>Finish</>
in the state management data. The program is however unable to write in
the database.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator. When the problem is resolved, choose
the current activity and execute it again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings to write in the database.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVCMIS_A_10_MESSAGE051 - Cannot update activity status to Finish; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CNVCMIS_A_10_MESSAGE051 indicates that there is an issue preventing the update of an activity's status to "Finish" in the context of project management or activity management within SAP. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Project System (PS) or related modules where activities are tracked and managed.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Incomplete Data: The activity may have incomplete data or missing prerequisites that need to be fulfilled before it can be marked as finished.
  Dependencies: There may be dependent activities that are not yet completed. If an activity is linked to others, all predecessors must be finished before the current activity can be marked as finished.
  Status Profile: The status profile assigned to the project or activity may restrict the ability to change the status to "Finish."
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the activity.
  System Settings: There may be specific system settings or configurations that prevent the status change.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Activity Status: Review the status of all related activities to ensure that all prerequisites are completed.
  Review Data Completeness: Ensure that all required fields and data for the activity are filled out correctly.
  Check Dependencies: Verify if there are any dependencies or linked activities that need to be completed first.
  Status Profile Review: Check the status profile assigned to the project or activity to see if it allows for the status change to "Finish."
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required authorizations.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more specific details about the issue. Use transaction codes like SE91 to view the long text associated with the error message for additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ02 (Change Project), or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to analyze project activities and their statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Project System (PS) for best practices on managing activity statuses and understanding the implications of status changes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and setup of your SAP environment.