How To Fix DPR_SHARED241 - &1 &2: Calculated finish conflicts with finish constraint

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_SHARED - Development Projects: Messages for Shared Objects

• Message number: 241

• Message text: &1 &2: Calculated finish conflicts with finish constraint

What causes this issue?

You have defined a finish constraint on a superior project element. The
calculated earliest or latest finish date of the project element &V1&
&V2& violates this constraint.
Example:
The finish constraint <ZK>Must finish on</> is defined with the finish
constraint 4.28. However, the calculated finish date of the task is
4.29.

System Response

&V1& &V2& does not have any lower-level project elements, for example,
task without subtasks:
The system transfers the finish date of the constraint from the superior
project element as the corresponding finish date for the project element
&V1& &V2&.
&V1& &V2& does have lower-level project elements, for example, task with
subtasks:
The system does <ZH>not</> transfer the finish date of the constraint
from the superior project element as the corresponding finish date for
the project element &V1& &V2& because this is defined by the lower-level
project elements in bottom-up scheduling.

How to fix this error?

In <LS>bottom-up scheduling</>, the dates of the superior project
elements are generally specified by the dates of their lower-level
project elements.
Therefore, check the constraint on the superior project element. A
constraint on a lower-level project element can have the same effect.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED241 - &1 &2: Calculated finish conflicts with finish constraint ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED241 indicates that there is a conflict between the calculated finish date of a project task and the finish constraint that has been set for that task. This typically occurs in project management scenarios within SAP, particularly when using the Project System (PS) or Project Management (PM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Finish Constraint: The task has a finish constraint (e.g., "Must Finish On," "Finish No Later Than") that is earlier than the calculated finish date based on the task's duration and dependencies.
  Task Dependencies: The task may have dependencies that push its finish date beyond the constraint.
  Resource Availability: Resource allocation issues may lead to delays in the task's finish date.
  Changes in Task Duration: If the duration of the task has been changed, it may conflict with the existing finish constraint.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Finish Constraints: Check the finish constraints set for the task. If the constraint is too restrictive, consider adjusting it to allow for the calculated finish date.
  Adjust Task Duration: If the task duration has been modified, ensure that the finish constraint aligns with the new duration.
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies of the task to ensure they are correctly set. Adjust them if necessary to allow for a realistic finish date.
  Resource Management: Ensure that the resources assigned to the task are available and that their allocation does not cause delays.
  Recalculate Dates: After making adjustments, recalculate the project dates to ensure that all tasks are aligned with their constraints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Project Management Best Practices: Understanding how to set and manage constraints effectively can help prevent such conflicts.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on project planning and scheduling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., CJ20N for project planning) to navigate and manage project tasks effectively.
  User Forums and Support: Engage with SAP user communities or support for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and making the necessary adjustments, you should be able to resolve the DPR_SHARED241 error and ensure that your project tasks are scheduled correctly.