How To Fix FINS_FI_MPROJ103 - Reset of activity &1 not possible; preparation not set to completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_MPROJ - Mass Data Project

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Reset of activity &1 not possible; preparation not set to completed

What causes this issue?

Activities of a project can only be reset if the preparation phase for
the project has been completed. This is a manual step to set and change
the project status.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can check and change the current project status in
<DS:TRAN.FINS_MPROJ_RELEASE>Complete Preparations</>.
After completion of the preparation phase you can try to reset
activity &V1& again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ103 - Reset of activity &1 not possible; preparation not set to completed ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ103 indicates that there is an issue with resetting an activity in the context of project management or financial accounting. The specific message "Reset of activity &1 not possible; preparation not set to completed" suggests that the system is unable to reset the specified activity because the necessary preparatory steps have not been completed.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Preparatory Steps: The activity you are trying to reset has not gone through all the required preparatory steps. This could mean that certain prerequisites or configurations have not been fulfilled.
  Status Issues: The status of the project or activity may not allow for a reset. For example, if the project is in a locked state or if certain approvals are pending, the system will prevent the reset.
  Data Integrity: There may be data integrity issues or inconsistencies in the project data that prevent the reset from being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Preparatory Steps: Review the preparatory steps that need to be completed for the activity. Ensure that all necessary configurations, approvals, and prerequisites are fulfilled.
  Review Activity Status: Check the status of the activity and the overall project. If the project is locked or in a state that does not allow changes, you may need to unlock it or change its status.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific requirements related to the activity you are trying to reset.
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like CJ20N for project management) to navigate to the project and check the status and settings.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to project management and financial accounting, such as CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure), CJ02 (Change Work Breakdown Structure), and CJ20N (Project Builder).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the reset operation.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.