How To Fix /PM0/ABT_MESSAGES018 - Specified application &1 is not an open New Business application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Specified application &1 is not an open New Business application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABT_MESSAGES018 - Specified application &1 is not an open New Business application ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABT_MESSAGES018 indicates that the specified application (denoted by &1) is not recognized as an open New Business application. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Project Management or Project System modules, where certain applications or projects need to be in a specific state to perform certain actions.
  Cause:
  
  Application Status: The application you are trying to access or modify is not in an "open" state. This could mean that it is either closed, archived, or not properly configured to accept new business transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the application from being recognized as open.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the application.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the data related to the application that prevent it from being recognized correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Application Status: Verify the status of the application in question. Ensure that it is indeed open and available for new business transactions. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays application statuses.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the application. Ensure that it is set up correctly to allow new business entries. This may involve reviewing project definitions, status profiles, or other related settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the application. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Data Consistency Check: Run any relevant data consistency checks or reports to identify and resolve any data integrity issues related to the application.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the application type you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you check application statuses, such as CJ20N for Project Builder or CJ03 for displaying project definitions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.