How To Fix PFM_EA_PS060 - Operational program &1 and manager &2 are not valid between &3 and &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_EA_PS -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Operational program &1 and manager &2 are not valid between &3 and &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_EA_PS060 - Operational program &1 and manager &2 are not valid between &3 and &4 ?

  The SAP error message PFM_EA_PS060 indicates that there is an issue with the operational program and manager assignment in the context of project management or financial management. Specifically, the error states that the operational program and manager specified are not valid for the given date range.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Program/Manager Assignment: The operational program (&1) and manager (&2) combination is not valid for the specified period (&3 to &4). This could be due to:
  
  The operational program or manager being inactive or not assigned during the specified dates.
  The operational program or manager being incorrectly configured in the system.
  The dates provided do not align with the validity period of the operational program or manager.
  
  
  
  Date Range Issues: The date range specified may not correspond to the active periods of the operational program or manager.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Verify the validity period of the operational program and manager in the system. Ensure that both are active during the specified date range.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction in SAP.
  
  
  
  Correct Assignment:
  
  If the operational program or manager is not valid, you may need to assign a different operational program or manager that is valid for the specified dates.
  Update the assignment in the relevant project or financial management transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for operational programs and managers to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the necessary authorizations are in place for the users involved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific operational program and manager settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to review project assignments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and permissions to access and modify operational programs and managers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.