How To Fix PAMS162 - PAM Customizing: Forbidden activity type &1 for PAM category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAMS - Messages for Graphical Planning Board

• Message number: 162

• Message text: PAM Customizing: Forbidden activity type &1 for PAM category &2

What causes this issue?

In Customizing for PAM, you define activity types for each pool
category.
When settling a PAM requirement, the system calculates the service
performed for the activity types defined for 'Rental price' and '
Price/unit.'
The activity type stored for the &V1& pool category &V2& in Customizing
is not valid in the fiscal year &V4& for the cost center &V3& of the
current requirement.

System Response

The settlement of the current requirement is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Assign the activity type &V1& of cost center &V3& for the fiscal year
&V4& for <DS:TRAN.KP26>(transaction KP26</>) or adjust the Customizing
<DS:SIMG.PAMS_VVCO>Define Activity Types for Pool Categories</>
accordingly.
The cost center relevant for settlement is determined using the object
(equipment) stored in the requirement.
The fiscal year is determined using the 'ACTUAL END' date stored in the
requirement.
Both the fiscal year and the cost center are controlling area specific.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAMS162 - PAM Customizing: Forbidden activity type &1 for PAM category &2 ?

  The SAP error message PAMS162 indicates that there is a forbidden activity type associated with a specific PAM (Project and Activity Management) category. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to perform an action that is not allowed for the specified activity type within the given PAM category.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Activity Type: The activity type you are trying to use is not permitted for the selected PAM category.
  Configuration Issues: The PAM customizing settings may not be correctly configured to allow the specified activity type for the given category.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the specified activity type and PAM category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type: Verify that the activity type you are trying to use is valid for the PAM category you are working with. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the PAM customizing.
  
  
  Review PAM Customizing:
  
  Go to the PAM customizing settings in your SAP system.
  Check the configuration for the PAM category and ensure that the activity type is allowed.
  If necessary, modify the settings to include the activity type for the PAM category.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for PAM to understand the valid combinations of activity types and PAM categories.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on PAM configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to PAM configuration to better understand the relationships between activity types and categories.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.