How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES297 - Plan line type should be either U, D, or S; see the long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 297

• Message text: Plan line type should be either U, D, or S; see the long text.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES297 - Plan line type should be either U, D, or S; see the long text. ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES297 indicates that there is an issue with the plan line type in your configuration or data entry. Specifically, the error states that the plan line type should be either 'U' (for Unit), 'D' (for Duration), or 'S' (for Standard). This error typically arises in the context of project planning or resource management within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Line Type: The line type specified in your planning data is not one of the accepted values ('U', 'D', or 'S').
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error or incorrect selection when entering the plan line type.
  Configuration Issue: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the line types, or there may be a missing or incorrect mapping in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Plan Line Type: Review the data entry where the error occurred and ensure that the plan line type is set to one of the valid