How To Fix RI019 - Activity entry not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RI - Projects: commercial reporting

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Activity entry not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RI019 - Activity entry not permitted ?

  The SAP error message RI019 ("Activity entry not permitted") typically occurs when a user attempts to enter or modify activity data in a project or a related module, but their user profile or the system settings do not allow such actions. This can happen in various contexts, such as project management, time tracking, or resource management.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to enter activity data. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Project Status: The project or activity might be in a status that does not allow for new entries (e.g., closed, completed, or archived).
  Activity Type Restrictions: Certain activity types may have restrictions on who can enter data against them.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict activity entries based on specific criteria, such as time periods or project phases.
  User Group Restrictions: The user may belong to a group that is restricted from entering activities for certain projects or activities.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter activity data. This can be done by checking the user's roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure the user has the correct roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Project Status: Check the status of the project or activity to ensure it is open and allows for activity entries. If the project is closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new project.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to activity entries in the project management module. This may involve checking settings in transaction codes like SPRO for project management.
  
  
  User Group Settings: If the user is part of a specific user group, check if there are any restrictions placed on that group regarding activity entries.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items), and CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet) for managing project activities.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on project management and activity entry processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the RI019 error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RI019 error and implement the appropriate solution.