How To Fix /MOC/CONFIG171 - Activity template (row &1) has different activity type in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MOC/CONFIG -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Activity template (row &1) has different activity type in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MOC/CONFIG171 - Activity template (row &1) has different activity type in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /MOC/CONFIG171 indicates that there is a mismatch in the activity type for an activity template in the Customizing settings. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project Management or similar modules where activity templates are used to define standard activities for projects.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a discrepancy between the activity type defined in the activity template and the activity type that is expected or configured in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Changes in Customizing: If the activity type was changed in the Customizing settings after the activity template was created, it can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data between the activity template and the configuration settings, it can trigger this error.
  Transport Issues: If the activity template was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) without the corresponding activity type settings, it can lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Activity Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings for the activity templates and verify the activity type assigned to the specific template (row &1).
  Ensure that the activity type in the template matches the expected activity type in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Activity Type:
  
  If the activity type in the template is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to match the correct type as per your business requirements.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant Customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and updating the activity type for the template.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were included.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the activity template to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing) or CJ20N (Project Builder) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.