How To Fix IG218 - Define task list type of general task list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IG - Permits (Maintenance of Master Data, Classification)

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Define task list type of general task list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IG218 - Define task list type of general task list ?

  The SAP error message IG218, which states "Define task list type of general task list," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a defined task list type for a general task list in the configuration settings. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Production Planning (PP) modules.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The task list type for general task lists has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the task list type may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify task list types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IG218 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Task List Type:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Plant Maintenance and Customer Service -> Maintenance Processing -> Task Lists -> Define Task List Types.
  Here, you can define a new task list type or modify an existing one. Ensure that the task list type is set up correctly for general task lists.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Task List Types:
  
  Review the existing task list types to ensure that they are correctly configured and active.
  Make sure that the task list type you are trying to use is available and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify task list types. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they have been transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on configuring task list types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration and IL01 for creating general task lists.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to task list types or the IG218 error.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IG218 error and successfully define the task list type for general task lists in your SAP system.