How To Fix /RPM/MIGRATION047 - No. of decision points for item type &1 must equal the number of phases

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /RPM/MIGRATION -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: No. of decision points for item type &1 must equal the number of phases

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/MIGRATION047 - No. of decision points for item type &1 must equal the number of phases ?

  The SAP error message /RPM/MIGRATION047 indicates that there is a mismatch between the number of decision points defined for a specific item type and the number of phases that have been configured for that item type in the system. This error typically arises during the migration or configuration of project management or portfolio management items in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The number of decision points (which represent stages or checkpoints in a process) does not match the number of phases defined for the item type. This could happen if:
  
  The decision points were added or modified without corresponding changes to the phases.
  The phases were altered or deleted without updating the decision points.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that have not been resolved, leading to this error during migration or processing.
  
  
  Incorrect Customization: If the item type has been customized incorrectly, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the item type in question.
  Verify the number of decision points and phases defined for that item type.
  Ensure that the number of decision points matches the number of phases.
  
  
  
  Adjust Decision Points or Phases:
  
  If there are more decision points than phases, consider removing or consolidating decision points.
  If there are more phases than decision points, you may need to add additional decision points to match the phases.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any available data consistency checks in the SAP system to identify and resolve any discrepancies.
  Ensure that all related configurations are aligned and consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific item type and its configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the item type functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /RPM/MIGRATION047 and ensure that your item type configuration is correct.