How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES163 - Enter the effort for the assigned role.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Enter the effort for the assigned role.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES163 - Enter the effort for the assigned role. ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES163 typically indicates that there is a missing entry for the effort associated with a specific role in a project or task assignment. This error often occurs in the context of project management or resource planning within SAP systems, particularly when using the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Controlling (CO) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Effort Entry: The primary cause of this error is that the user has not entered the required effort (in hours or days) for the assigned role in the project or task.
  Role Assignment Issues: The role may be assigned to a resource, but the corresponding effort has not been defined.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a data entry error where the effort was supposed to be entered but was overlooked or incorrectly input.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Effort: Navigate to the relevant project or task assignment screen in SAP and enter the required effort for the assigned role. This is usually done in the project planning or resource allocation section.
  Check Role Assignments: Ensure that the roles are correctly assigned to the resources and that each role has an associated effort defined.
  Review Project Settings: Check the project settings to ensure that all necessary parameters for effort tracking are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure how to enter the effort, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals specific to your organization’s implementation of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to access project-related data.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to project assignments and enter effort data.
  Training and Support: If you continue to encounter issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or attending training sessions to better understand project management functionalities in SAP.
  
  By addressing the missing effort entry and ensuring that all roles are properly configured, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your project management tasks.