How To Fix /PM0/3FM_MESSAGES195 - &1 was defined multiple times as predecessor for this application

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FM_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 195

• Message text: &1 was defined multiple times as predecessor for this application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FM_MESSAGES195 - &1 was defined multiple times as predecessor for this application ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FM_MESSAGES195 indicates that a specific predecessor has been defined multiple times for a particular application in the Project Management (PM) module. This typically occurs when there are duplicate entries in the predecessor relationships for a task or project.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Predecessor Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same predecessor task has been assigned multiple times to a single successor task. This can happen due to manual entry errors or data import issues.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the project management settings that allow for duplicate entries.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that duplicates were introduced during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Predecessor Assignments:
  
  Navigate to the project or task in question.
  Review the predecessor assignments to identify any duplicates.
  Remove any duplicate entries so that each predecessor is listed only once.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the error arises from a data import or migration, validate the data to ensure that there are no duplicates before importing it into SAP.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Project Management module to ensure that there are no settings that allow for duplicate predecessors.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to view and edit project structures and their relationships.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing predecessors in project management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP PM, such as CJ20N, CJ02, and CJ03 for project management tasks.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it is affecting critical business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your project management data is accurate and free of duplicates.