How To Fix /PLMI/PRT_BO022 - Activity &1 is not available; maintain in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PRT_BO -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Activity &1 is not available; maintain in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO022 - Activity &1 is not available; maintain in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO022 Activity &1 is not available; maintain in Customizing typically occurs in the context of the SAP Production Planning and Control (PP) or Project System (PS) modules, particularly when dealing with the Project Management or Production Resource Tools (PRT).
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific activity (denoted by &1) that is required for the operation you are trying to perform. This usually happens when:
  
  The activity has not been defined in the system.
  The activity is not assigned to the relevant project or production order.
  There may be a configuration issue in the Customizing settings related to the project or production resources.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Activity Definition:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area where activities are defined (e.g., Project Management or Production Planning).
  Ensure that the activity in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Activity in Customizing:
  
  If the activity is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the following path:
  
  For Project Management: Project Management -> Structures -> Define Activities
  For Production Planning: Production -> Production Resources/Tools -> Define Activities
  
  
  Create or modify the activity as needed.
  
  
  
  Assign Activity:
  
  Ensure that the activity is assigned to the relevant project or production order. This can be done in the project or order management screens.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain activities in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific activity or its configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CO02 (Change Production Order), or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) depending on your context.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support sites for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the required activities are available for your processes.