How To Fix /PLMI/PRT_BO024 - Service &1 is not maintained for activity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PRT_BO -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Service &1 is not maintained for activity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO024 - Service &1 is not maintained for activity &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO024 Service &1 is not maintained for activity &2 typically occurs in the context of Production Planning and Control (PP) or Project System (PS) modules when a service that is required for a specific activity is not defined or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Service Definition: The service specified in the error message (&1) is not defined in the system for the activity (&2) you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the service is not linked correctly to the activity type or project.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data related to the service or activity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Service:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CATS, CJ20N, or OPK8) and check if the service is defined for the activity.
  If it is not maintained, you will need to create or update the service definition in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Activity Type:
  
  Ensure that the activity type is correctly configured to allow the use of the specified service.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO -> Project System -> Project Planning -> Define Activity Types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the project or activity to ensure that all necessary services are linked and maintained.
  This includes reviewing the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements and ensuring that the services are assigned correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on how to maintain services and activities in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheets), and OPK8 (Maintain Activity Types).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain services and activities in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the required services are properly maintained for the activities in your SAP system.