How To Fix /PMG/GE_MAC047 - Exclusion selection is not allowed.

/PMG/GE_MAC047 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PMG/GE_MAC -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Exclusion selection is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PMG/GE_MAC047 - Exclusion selection is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message /PMG/GE_MAC047 Exclusion selection is not allowed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Project Management (PM) module, particularly when dealing with project structures, resource planning, or similar functionalities. This error indicates that the system does not permit the selection of exclusion criteria in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Settings: The error may arise due to incompatible settings in the project or resource planning configuration. For instance, if the system is set to include certain elements but the user attempts to exclude them, this can trigger the error.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform exclusion selections in the current transaction or context.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity or consistency in the project structure that prevent exclusion selections.
  Transaction Context: The specific transaction or function being executed may not support exclusion selections.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to