How To Fix RU146 - Deviation of duration is maintained, but not active -> please check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Deviation of duration is maintained, but not active -> please check

What causes this issue?

The percentage value for a deviation in the duration has been
maintained, but the indicator showing that the value is active has not
been maintained.

System Response

When you make a completion confirmation, the percentage that is entered
is only taken into consideration if the indicator that the value is
active has also been set.

How to fix this error?

Check why the indicator is not set as active or why the percentage
value has been maintained.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU146 - Deviation of duration is maintained, but not active -> please check ?

  The SAP error message RU146, which states "Deviation of duration is maintained, but not active -> please check," typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning within SAP. This message indicates that there is a deviation in the duration of a task or activity that has been defined, but it is not currently active or effective in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Deviation: The deviation of duration has been defined in the system but has not been activated. This could be due to a configuration issue or oversight during the setup of the project or task.
  Missing Activation: The user may have created a deviation but forgot to activate it, or the activation process may not have been completed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the project or task that prevent the deviation from being recognized as active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to activate the deviation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deviation Settings: Go to the relevant project or task in SAP and check the settings for the deviation of duration. Ensure that the deviation is correctly defined and activated.
  Activate Deviation: If the deviation is not active, activate it. This can usually be done in the project management or production planning module where the deviation was defined.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configuration settings are correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking project definitions, task settings, and any related parameters.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to activate deviations in your version of SAP.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to the project or task settings. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required access.
  Testing: After making changes, test the project or task to ensure that the deviation is now recognized and functioning as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like CJ20N for project management) that may help you navigate to the settings where the deviation is defined.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP project management or production planning.