How To Fix PSSC_TOOLS_UI156 - Due date rule type &3 does not exist (NCD Item ObjectID &1, ItemID &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Due date rule type &3 does not exist (NCD Item ObjectID &1, ItemID &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI156 - Due date rule type &3 does not exist (NCD Item ObjectID &1, ItemID &2) ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI156 indicates that there is an issue with a due date rule type that is not recognized or does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of managing non-conformance documents (NCD) or similar processes where due date rules are applied to items.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The due date rule type specified in the error message may not have been configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The Item Object ID and Item ID mentioned in the error may not correspond to a valid due date rule type, possibly due to a typo or incorrect data entry.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported, leading to missing entries.
  Versioning Issues: The system may be using an outdated version of the configuration that does not include the specified due date rule type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings for due date rules in your SAP system. This is typically found under the relevant module (e.g., Quality Management, Project System, etc.).
  Verify that the due date rule type specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Due Date Rule:
  
  If the due date rule type does not exist, you may need to create it. Consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to the documentation for the specific module to create a new due date rule type.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, update the configuration as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Data Entry:
  
  Review the Item Object ID and Item ID in the error message to ensure they are correct. Make sure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or manually adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on due date rules in your module. This can provide insights into the expected configurations and common pitfalls.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for customizing) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to investigate the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI156 in your SAP system.