How To Fix G0196 - Task &1 is a milestone

G0196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Task &1 is a milestone

What causes this issue?

Task &V1& is a socalled "milestone". After a task like this, the
consolidation process is interrupted to allow the user to take further
action.

System Response

System note

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0196 - Task &1 is a milestone ?

  The SAP error message G0196, which states "Task &1 is a milestone," typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project planning and scheduling in the Project System (PS) module. This error indicates that the task you are trying to modify or perform an action on is defined as a milestone, which has specific characteristics and restrictions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Milestone Definition: In SAP, milestones are special types of tasks that represent significant points in a project timeline. They do not have a duration and are used to mark important events or deliverables.
  Inappropriate Action: The action you are trying to perform (e.g., changing dates, assigning resources, etc.) is not allowed on milestone tasks because they are treated differently from regular tasks.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Task Type: Confirm that the task you are trying to modify is indeed a milestone. You can check this in the project structure or task details.
  Adjust Actions: