How To Fix PRF_MODEL_IMPL018 - Invalid ATM Type found for ATMID &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_MODEL_IMPL - Australia specific implementation for PRF

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Invalid ATM Type found for ATMID &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_MODEL_IMPL018 - Invalid ATM Type found for ATMID & ?

  The SAP error message PRF_MODEL_IMPL018 with the description "Invalid ATM Type found for ATMID &" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar modules where ATM (Activity Type Model) is involved. This error indicates that the system has encountered an invalid or unrecognized Activity Type Model (ATM) associated with a specific ATM ID.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect ATM ID: The ATM ID being referenced may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Configuration Issues: The ATM may not be properly configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the database, such as missing or corrupted entries related to the ATM.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified ATM ID.
  Transport Issues: If the ATM was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify ATM ID: Check the ATM ID in the system to ensure it exists and is correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the ATM in the system. Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly filled out.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any issues with the database entries related to the ATM.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the ATM.
  Transport Logs: If the ATM was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP26 (for activity type planning) or KSU5 (for actual activity allocation) to help diagnose the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.