How To Fix IE051 - Project transfer indicator is maintained for order type & -> Long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IE - SAPLIEL2: Equipment hierarchies

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Project transfer indicator is maintained for order type & -> Long text

What causes this issue?

This setting is only advisable if you have set the indicator for
transferring the number of the capital investment program for the order
type.

System Response

<DS:SIMG.OLIA_V_T350_PZ>Indicate order type for transferring the
capital investment program.</>

How to fix this error?

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IE051 - Project transfer indicator is maintained for order type & -> Long text ?

  The SAP error message IE051, which states "Project transfer indicator is maintained for order type &," typically occurs in the context of project management and order processing within SAP. This error indicates that the order type you are trying to use has a project transfer indicator set, which may not be compatible with the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the configuration of the order type in the system. Specifically, the project transfer indicator is set for the order type, which means that the system expects certain conditions to be met regarding project management and order processing. This can happen in scenarios where:
  
  The order type is linked to a project and requires specific project-related data.
  The system is trying to process an order that does not meet the necessary criteria for project transfer.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the order type or project settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IE051 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in SAP (Transaction code: OPL8 or through SPRO).
  Verify the settings related to the project transfer indicator. If the order type should not have this indicator, you may need to change the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Project Settings:
  
  Ensure that the project associated with the order is correctly set up and that all required fields are filled in.
  Check if the project is active and that the necessary authorizations are in place.
  
  
  
  Validate Order Data:
  
  Review the data entered for the order. Ensure that all mandatory fields related to project management are filled out correctly.
  If the order is not supposed to be linked to a project, consider using a different order type that does not have the project transfer indicator set.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific order type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OPL8: Order Type Configuration
  CJ20N: Project Management (to check project details)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to create or modify orders linked to projects.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the IE051 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.