How To Fix PRF_CNTRL_MSG071 - No PRF related Item found for doc type &1 for document no. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_CNTRL_MSG - Message Class for control messages of PRF

• Message number: 071

• Message text: No PRF related Item found for doc type &1 for document no. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG071 - No PRF related Item found for doc type &1 for document no. &2 ?

  The SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG071 indicates that there is no Performance-related (PRF) item found for the specified document type and document number. This error typically occurs in the context of performance management or project management modules within SAP, where the system is trying to retrieve or process performance-related data for a specific document but cannot find any associated items.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type or Number: The document type or number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Missing PRF Data: The document may not have any associated performance-related items, which could be due to incomplete data entry or configuration.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems, leading to missing entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the performance-related items for the specified document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Type and Number: Check the document type and number for accuracy. Ensure that they correspond to existing entries in the system.
  Check PRF Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for performance-related items is correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking settings in the relevant modules (e.g., Project System, Controlling).
  Review Document Entries: Look at the document in question to see if it has been properly created and if all necessary performance-related data has been entered.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the data that may be causing the issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the performance-related data for the document in question.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to investigate the document or performance-related items (e.g., CJ20N for Project Management).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to performance management and project management for additional insights into how performance-related items are handled.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.