How To Fix /PLMI/PRT_BO029 - Global template &1 not consistent; already activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PRT_BO -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Global template &1 not consistent; already activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO029 - Global template &1 not consistent; already activated ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO029 Global template &1 not consistent; already activated typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management or Project System (PS) when there is an inconsistency in the global template that has already been activated. This can happen during the configuration or activation of project templates, where the system detects that the template is not in a consistent state.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The global template may have been modified after it was activated, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: Certain required configurations or settings may be missing or incorrectly set up in the global template.
  Transport Issues: If the template was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused inconsistencies.
  Multiple Activations: Attempting to activate the same template multiple times without resolving existing issues can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Template Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE80 to check the data dictionary and ensure that all necessary objects related to the global template are consistent.
  Re-activate the Template: If possible, try to deactivate and then reactivate the global template. This may resolve any temporary inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration Settings: Go through the configuration settings of the global template to ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly filled out.
  Transport Logs: If the template was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to project templates and activation processes to ensure that all steps have been followed correctly.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure), and CJ02 (Change Work Breakdown Structure) for managing project templates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message.