How To Fix RMPS_POST_API010 - Agent type &1 for activity area &2 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMPS_POST_API - PRO Messages for the Incoming Post Item

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Agent type &1 for activity area &2 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_POST_API010 - Agent type &1 for activity area &2 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_POST_API010 indicates that there is an issue with the agent type specified for a particular activity area in the context of the SAP Resource Management and Project System (RMPS) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transaction or operation that involves an agent type that is not permitted for the specified activity area.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Agent Type: The agent type specified in the transaction does not match the allowed agent types for the given activity area.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the activity area may not include the specified agent type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the agent type or activity area fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the activity area in the SAP system. Ensure that the agent type you are trying to use is allowed for that activity area.
  You can check the configuration in the SPRO transaction under the relevant settings for Resource Management or Project System.
  
  
  
  Verify Agent Type:
  
  Ensure that the agent type you are using is valid and correctly defined in the system. You can check the allowed agent types for the activity area in the relevant configuration or master data settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the transaction data you are entering. Make sure that the agent type and activity area are correctly specified without any typos.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the allowed agent types for the activity area you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking configurations and data definitions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RMPS and the specific error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the specified agent type and activity area.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.