How To Fix PEP249 - Choose just one end condition (end by number or by date)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Choose just one end condition (end by number or by date)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP249 - Choose just one end condition (end by number or by date) ?

  The SAP error message PEP249, which states "Choose just one end condition (end by number or by date)," typically occurs in the context of project management or planning within SAP, particularly when dealing with project definitions or planning elements.
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user attempts to set both an end condition by number (e.g., a specific number of periods or units) and an end condition by date (e.g., a specific date) simultaneously in a project or planning scenario. SAP requires that only one of these conditions be specified to avoid ambiguity in project scheduling or resource allocation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to do the following:
  
  
  Identify the Input Fields: Go to the relevant transaction or screen where you are entering the project or planning details.
  
  
  Review End Conditions: Check the fields for end conditions. You will typically find options for "End by Number" and "End by Date."
  
  
  Select One Condition: Decide whether you want to end the project or planning element by a specific number or by a specific date. 
  
  If you choose to end by number, ensure that the date field is left blank.
  If you choose to end by date, ensure that the number field is left blank.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes and try to proceed with your task again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to project management, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on project planning and management.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering project data to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PEP249 error and continue with your project management tasks in SAP.