How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM287 - Force element &1 is not active. The status cannot be displayed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Force element &1 is not active. The status cannot be displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM287 - Force element &1 is not active. The status cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM287 Force element &1 is not active. The status cannot be displayed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP S/4HANA environments, particularly when dealing with force elements in the context of project management or resource planning.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inactive Force Element: The error indicates that the force element (identified by &1, which is a placeholder for the actual force element ID) is not currently active in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The force element not being defined or activated in the system.
  The force element being deactivated or removed from the relevant configuration.
  The force element being in a status that does not allow it to be displayed or used in the current context.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to force elements in the system.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the force element.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Force Element Status:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP where force elements are managed.
  Verify if the force element in question is active. If it is not, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Force Element:
  
  If the force element is inactive, you may need to activate it through the appropriate configuration transaction (e.g., customizing settings in SPRO).
  Ensure that all necessary settings and dependencies for the force element are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for force elements in the system. Ensure that all required parameters are set correctly.
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no missing or inconsistent entries related to the force element.
  If necessary, run any relevant reports or transactions to identify and correct data issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for additional guidance on force elements and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, or specific transaction codes related to project management or resource planning.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage force elements in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.