How To Fix /RPM/ITEM202 - Select an item type from portfolio &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /RPM/ITEM -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Select an item type from portfolio &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/ITEM202 - Select an item type from portfolio &1 ?

  The SAP error message /RPM/ITEM202 Select an item type from portfolio &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Portfolio and Project Management (SAP PPM). This error indicates that the system requires you to select an item type for a specific portfolio, but it has not been provided or is not available.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Type: The item type you are trying to work with is not defined for the specified portfolio.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the item types are not properly linked to the portfolio.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select item types for the specified portfolio.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the portfolio in question.
  Ensure that the item types are defined and linked to the portfolio correctly.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under Portfolio Management.
  
  
  
  Select a Valid Item Type:
  
  When prompted, ensure that you are selecting a valid item type that is associated with the portfolio you are working with.
  If you are unsure which item types are available, you can check the configuration or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access and select item types for the portfolio.
  If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security team to review your user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to Portfolio Management for additional guidance on item types and portfolios.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or RPM related transactions for managing portfolios and projects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to item types and portfolios.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue working with the portfolio and item types in SAP PPM.