How To Fix /CPD/CL_MSG412 - Contact person either does not exist or is not assigned to any projects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/CL_MSG -

• Message number: 412

• Message text: Contact person either does not exist or is not assigned to any projects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG412 - Contact person either does not exist or is not assigned to any projects ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG412 indicates that the contact person you are trying to use either does not exist in the system or is not assigned to any projects. This error typically arises in the context of project management or customer relationship management (CRM) modules within SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Contact Person: The contact person ID you are trying to use may not be created in the system.
  Unassigned Contact Person: The contact person exists but has not been assigned to any projects or relevant entities.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect ID being used when trying to reference the contact person.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or assign the contact person.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Contact Person Existence:
  
  Check if the contact person exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner) and searching for the contact person ID.
  
  
  
  Assign Contact Person to Projects:
  
  If the contact person exists but is not assigned to any projects, you will need to assign them. This can typically be done in the project management module by editing the project details and adding the contact person.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the ID or name of the contact person you are entering to ensure there are no typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and assign contact persons. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing contact persons and projects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), CJ20N (Project Builder), or CJ02 (Change Project) to manage contact persons and projects.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up to allow for the management of contact persons.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.