How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES186 - Unexpected strategy &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Unexpected strategy &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES186 - Unexpected strategy &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES186 Unexpected strategy &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with a strategy that the system did not expect or recognize during a process, often related to project management or planning modules.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Strategy: The strategy referenced by &1 may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to the strategy in the relevant module (e.g., Project Management, Production Planning).
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database that relate to the strategy.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling the strategy correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Strategy Definition: Verify that the strategy referenced in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations related to the strategy are correctly set up. This may involve checking settings in transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Data Validation: Perform a data validation check to ensure that all necessary data entries related to the strategy are present and correct.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that may provide insights into the specific strategy and its expected behavior.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the process to identify where the unexpected strategy is being called and why it is not recognized.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to project management and planning, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or C223 (Define Strategies).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific strategy in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.