How To Fix GP517 - Enter an activity type o r group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Enter an activity type o r group

What causes this issue?

In cost center planning, you can either go into planning with one
activity type or with a whole group of activity types. However, you
cannot go in with both simultaneously.

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?

Delete either the activity type or the group of activity types.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP517 - Enter an activity type o r group ?

  The SAP error message GP517 ("Enter an activity type or group") typically occurs in the context of project management or controlling modules when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specifying an activity type or group, but this information is missing or not properly entered.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not entered an activity type or group in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the activity types or groups that should be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access certain activity types or groups.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or incorrect selection in the input fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Activity Type/Group: Ensure that you enter a valid activity type or group in the required field. Check the dropdown list or use the search function to find the correct entry.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator, verify that the activity types and groups are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., OPL8 for activity types).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the activity types or groups. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be working in transactions like CJ20N (Project Builder), CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items), or others related to project management.
  Activity Types: Activity types are used in controlling to categorize different types of work or services performed in a project. Ensure that the activity types you are trying to use are defined in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GP517 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.