How To Fix /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT031 - Activity check collection is not sorted by primary activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Activity check collection is not sorted by primary activity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT031 - Activity check collection is not sorted by primary activity ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT031 indicates that there is an issue with the activity check collection not being sorted by the primary activity. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Structure Change Management (SCM) or when dealing with project management and activity planning.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects the activities in a collection to be sorted in a specific order (usually by primary activity) but finds that they are not. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual Changes: If activities were manually added or modified in a way that disrupted the expected sorting.
  Data Import Issues: If activities were imported from an external system or file without maintaining the required order.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the project or activity management module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Activity Order:
  
  Review the activity check collection to ensure that the activities are sorted by the primary activity. You may need to manually sort them if they are not.
  
  
  
  Reorganize Activities:
  
  If you have access to the relevant transaction or tool, use it to reorganize the activities in the correct order. This may involve using sorting functions available in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being used in the activity check collection. Ensure that all activities are correctly defined and that there are no duplicates or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to activity management in your SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly to handle the sorting of activities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Structure Change Management for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide patches or additional guidance based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) where you can manage activities.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT031 for any known issues or fixes.
  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 identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT031.