How To Fix G5244 - Exactly one network must be defined if activities are specified.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G5 - IS-Oil /Joint Venture/ Material transfer pricing

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Exactly one network must be defined if activities are specified.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5244 - Exactly one network must be defined if activities are specified. ?

  The SAP error message G5244, "Exactly one network must be defined if activities are specified," typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning within SAP, particularly when working with networks in the Project System (PS) module or in the context of production orders.
  Cause:
  This error arises when you are trying to create or modify a project or production order that includes activities, but you have not specified a network. In SAP, a network is a collection of activities that are linked together to represent a project or a process. If you specify activities without defining a network, SAP cannot determine how to organize or execute those activities, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that you have defined exactly one network for the project or order in question. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Define a Network:
  
  Go to the transaction code CN21 (Create Network) or CN22 (Change Network).
  Create a new network or modify an existing one to include the necessary activities.
  
  
  
  Link Activities to the Network:
  
  Ensure that the activities you want to include are properly linked to the network you have defined.
  You can do this in the network screen by adding activities and specifying their relationships.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Networks:
  
  If you believe a network has already been defined, double-check that it is correctly assigned to the project or order you are working with.
  Use transaction code CJ20N (Project Builder) to view and manage project structures, including networks.
  
  
  
  Review Project Settings:
  
  Ensure that the project settings allow for the use of networks and that there are no configuration issues preventing the network from being recognized.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to create or manage networks, refer to SAP documentation or user guides specific to the Project System module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CN21: Create Network
  CN22: Change Network
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJ01: Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  This error is primarily related to the Project System (PS) module, but it can also occur in production planning contexts.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and modify networks and activities in SAP.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G5244 error and successfully define the necessary network for your activities. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.