How To Fix PPEACT535 - &1 is not a time unit at &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEACT - Messages for iPPE ACT Application (Activities)

• Message number: 535

• Message text: &1 is not a time unit at &2 &3

What causes this issue?

You must enter a time unit.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEACT535 - &1 is not a time unit at &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPEACT535 indicates that there is an issue with a time unit in the context of a planning or scheduling activity. The message typically states that a specified time unit (e.g., hours, days) is not recognized or valid in the context of the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Unit: The time unit specified in the planning or scheduling activity is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the time units are defined or used.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect or unsupported time unit in the relevant fields.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling time units correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Unit: Verify the time unit being used in the transaction or planning activity. Ensure that it is a valid time unit recognized by SAP (e.g., hours, days, weeks).
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to time units in the relevant modules (e.g., Production Planning, Project System). Ensure that the time units are correctly defined.
  Data Validation: If the error occurs during data entry, double-check the input values for any typos or incorrect formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the valid time units.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the process to identify where the invalid time unit is being introduced.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  User Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PPEACT535 error message in SAP.