How To Fix CP_ES_TASK_MAINT015 - Task list type '&' is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CP_ES_TASK_MAINT - Maintenance task list: message class

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Task list type '&' is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP_ES_TASK_MAINT015 - Task list type '&' is invalid ?

  The SAP error message CP_ES_TASK_MAINT015 indicates that the task list type specified in your operation is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP) modules when trying to maintain or access a task list that does not exist or is not properly defined.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Task List Type: The task list type specified does not exist in the system or is incorrectly entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain the specified task list type.
  Configuration Issues: The task list type may not be configured correctly in the system settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the task list type, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Task List Type: Verify that the task list type you are trying to use is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., OPL8 for task list types in PP).
  Ensure that the task list type exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Input: If you are entering the task list type manually, double-check for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the task list type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the task list type is supposed to be valid, review the configuration settings in the system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve checking related tables or using SAP standard reports.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific task list type and its requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OPL8: For maintaining task list types in Production Planning.
  CJ20N: For project management tasks in Project System.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this error.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.