How To Fix /S4PPM/CRUD155 - Project element (&1) is having open demand.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /S4PPM/CRUD -

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Project element (&1) is having open demand.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /S4PPM/CRUD155 - Project element (&1) is having open demand. ?

  The SAP error message /S4PPM/CRUD155 Project element (&1) is having open demand typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Portfolio Management (PPM) when you attempt to perform an operation (like deletion or modification) on a project element that has open demand associated with it. This means that there are still active requests or requirements linked to that project element, preventing you from making changes.
  Cause:
  
  Open Demand: The project element has one or more open demand items (e.g., purchase requisitions, planned orders, etc.) that are still active and have not been fulfilled or closed.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other project elements or processes that are still active.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that changes do not lead to inconsistencies in the project management data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Open Demand:
  
  Navigate to the project element in question and check for any open demand items associated with it. This can typically be done through transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items).
  Look for any purchase requisitions, planned orders, or other demand items that are still open.
  
  
  
  Close or Fulfill Demand:
  
  If you find any open demand items, you will need to either fulfill them (e.g., convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders) or close them if they are no longer needed.
  Ensure that all related demand items are processed appropriately.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any dependencies or links to other project elements that might be causing the issue. You may need to resolve these dependencies before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling open demand in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N, CJI3, ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition), and others that may help you analyze the project and its associated demand.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify the project elements and their associated demand.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /S4PPM/CRUD155 Project element (&1) is having open demand.