How To Fix SI028 - To maint. remain. dur., percent. completion and actual end must be deletd

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SI - Implementation Guide - Status control

• Message number: 028

• Message text: To maint. remain. dur., percent. completion and actual end must be deletd

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SI028 - To maint. remain. dur., percent. completion and actual end must be deletd ?

  The SAP error message SI028 ("To maintain remaining duration, percent completion, and actual end must be deleted") typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning when there are inconsistencies in the data related to the status of a project or task. This error indicates that certain fields must be cleared before you can maintain the remaining duration of a task or project.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to update the remaining duration of a project or task while there are existing values in the fields for percent completion or actual end date. SAP requires that these fields be cleared to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Project or Task: Navigate to the project or task in question using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., CJ02 for project change).
  
  
  Clear Percent Completion: 
  
  Find the field for "Percent Completion" and set it to zero or delete the value.
  
  
  
  Clear Actual End Date: 
  
  Locate the "Actual End" field and either delete the date or set it to blank.
  
  
  
  Maintain Remaining Duration: 
  
  After clearing the above fields, you should now be able to maintain the remaining duration without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: 
  
  Once you have made the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ02 (Change Project), CJ20N (Project Builder), or others depending on your specific needs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on project management and task maintenance.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the project or task data.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about clearing these fields, consult with your project manager or a colleague who is familiar with the project data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SI028 error and successfully maintain the remaining duration of your project or task.