How To Fix PSS4_MSG003 - Enter a value for the planned finish of milestone &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSS4_MSG - Message class for simplified Projects

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Enter a value for the planned finish of milestone &1

What causes this issue?

The draft version that you want to save was previously created or edited
by you in another app, for example the <LS>Project Briefs</> app. The
data that you entered in this app is incomplete.

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?

Open the project in this app and enter a planned finish for milestone
&V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSS4_MSG003 - Enter a value for the planned finish of milestone &1 ?

  The SAP error message PSS4_MSG003, which states "Enter a value for the planned finish of milestone &1," typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with milestones in project planning.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that a milestone in your project plan does not have a defined planned finish date. Milestones are critical points in a project timeline that signify the completion of a significant phase or task. In SAP, each milestone must have a planned finish date to ensure proper scheduling and tracking of project progress.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enter a planned finish date for the specified milestone. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Project Structure:
  
  Navigate to the project in which the milestone is defined. This can typically be done through transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project).
  
  
  
  Locate the Milestone:
  
  Find the milestone that is causing the error. You can usually do this by expanding the project structure and looking for the milestone node.
  
  
  
  Edit the Milestone:
  
  Select the milestone and go to the details or attributes section of the milestone.
  
  
  
  Enter the Planned Finish Date:
  
  In the milestone details, look for the field labeled "Planned Finish" or similar. Enter a valid date that represents when you expect the milestone to be completed.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the planned finish date, save your changes to the project.
  
  
  
  Recheck:
  
  After saving, you can recheck the project or try to execute the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Milestones in SAP: Milestones are used in project management to mark significant events or phases. They do not consume resources but are essential for tracking project progress.
  Project Planning: Ensure that all milestones and tasks in your project have appropriate dates and dependencies defined to avoid similar errors.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP training materials, which may provide additional context on project management functionalities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a project management expert within your organization for further assistance.