How To Fix /RPM/CONFIGURATION039 - Mapping between Initiative Type and Portfolio Type is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /RPM/CONFIGURATION -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Mapping between Initiative Type and Portfolio Type is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/CONFIGURATION039 - Mapping between Initiative Type and Portfolio Type is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /RPM/CONFIGURATION039 Mapping between Initiative Type and Portfolio Type is not defined typically occurs in the context of SAP Portfolio and Project Management (SAP PPM) when there is a configuration issue related to the mapping of initiative types to portfolio types. This mapping is essential for the system to understand how different initiatives relate to various portfolios.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the mapping between the initiative type and the portfolio type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the configuration of initiative types or portfolio types.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it might not have included the necessary mappings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the mapping between the initiative type and the portfolio type in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Portfolio and Project Management. This is usually found under:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Project Management -> Portfolio Management -> Define Initiative Types
  
  
  
  
  Define Initiative Types:
  
  Check if the initiative types you are using are correctly defined.
  If not, create or modify the initiative types as necessary.
  
  
  
  Define Portfolio Types:
  
  Similarly, navigate to the section for defining portfolio types:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Project Management -> Portfolio Management -> Define Portfolio Types
  
  
  
  
  Mapping Initiative Types to Portfolio Types:
  
  Look for the option to map initiative types to portfolio types. This is usually found in the same configuration area.
  Create the necessary mappings by linking the initiative types to the appropriate portfolio types.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, ensure you save your configuration.
  
  
  Testing: After configuration, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer appears when you attempt to create or manage initiatives.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring initiative types and portfolio types.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that your changes are captured in a transport request for movement to production.
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.