How To Fix RMSPOB018 - Specify the person responsible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSPOB - RMS-RCP: Messages for IPPE Object POB

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Specify the person responsible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSPOB018 - Specify the person responsible ?

  The SAP error message RMSPOB018, which states "Specify the person responsible," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Resource Management or Project Management modules. This error indicates that a required field for specifying a person responsible for a particular task, project, or resource is missing or has not been filled out.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The field for the person responsible (often a user ID or employee number) has not been filled in.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured in such a way that it requires a person responsible for certain transactions or entries, and this requirement is not being met.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to assign a person responsible, or the user ID may not be recognized in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in the Required Field: Go to the relevant transaction or entry screen and ensure that the field for the person responsible is filled in with a valid user ID or employee number.
  Check Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the relevant module to see if the requirement for a person responsible can be adjusted.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to assign a person responsible. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for the person responsible field.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to project management (like CJ20N for project planning) or resource management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles assigned to the person entering the data have the necessary authorizations to make changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By addressing the missing information and ensuring proper configuration and permissions, you should be able to resolve the RMSPOB018 error.