How To Fix /PM0/ABH_MESSAGE020 - Template &2 does not contain attribute &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABH_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Template &2 does not contain attribute &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABH_MESSAGE020 - Template &2 does not contain attribute &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABH_MESSAGE020 Template &2 does not contain attribute &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project Management or similar modules where templates are used to define certain attributes or characteristics for projects, tasks, or other entities.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is trying to access an attribute (denoted by &1) that is expected to be present in a specific template (denoted by &2), but it is not found. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Template Configuration: The template may not have been configured correctly to include the required attribute.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if templates were imported, some attributes may not have been included.
  Version Mismatch: The template being used may not be compatible with the version of the software or the specific configuration of the system.
  User Error: The user may have selected the wrong template or attribute inadvertently.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the template configuration settings in SAP and verify that the attribute &1 is indeed included in the template &2.
  If it is missing, you may need to add it to the template.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the required attributes for the template.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the template was imported or migrated, validate the data to ensure all necessary attributes are present.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Template:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct template that is designed for the specific task or project you are working on.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access template management or configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.