How To Fix TR_AUSL241 - Successor &1 cannot be used: component is &2 instead of &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR_AUSL - Software Delivery Composer Messages

• Message number: 241

• Message text: Successor &1 cannot be used: component is &2 instead of &3

What causes this issue?

A delivery request can only be used as a <DS:DE.DLV_FOLWTK>successor
</> for a delivery request that is to be registered if both are
assigned to the same software component (in the same version).
The delivery request &V1& selected as successor is assigned to the
software component &V2& however, while the delivery request &V4& being
registered is assigned to software component &V3&.

System Response

The action was terminated. You are given the option of correcting your
entry.

How to fix this error?

Check the successor request you entered and correct.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR_AUSL241 - Successor &1 cannot be used: component is &2 instead of &3 ?

  The SAP error message TR_AUSL241 indicates that there is a mismatch in the component type of a successor in a task or project. Specifically, the message states that the successor cannot be used because the component is of a different type than expected. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Successor &1: This refers to the specific task or project that is being referenced as a successor.
  Component is &2: This indicates the actual component type of the successor.
  Instead of &3: This indicates the expected component type that the system is looking for.
  
  Cause
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The successor task or project may have been incorrectly configured or assigned a component type that does not match the expected type.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, leading to the assignment of an incorrect component type.
  Changes in Project Structure: If there have been recent changes in the project structure or component types, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Component Types: Verify the component type of the successor task or project. Ensure that it matches the expected component type.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant project or task in SAP and checking its configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Successor Assignment: If the component type is incorrect, you may need to either:
  
  Change the component type of the successor to match the expected type.
  Reassign the successor to a different task or project that has the correct component type.
  
  
  
  Review Project Structure: If there have been recent changes to the project structure, review those changes to ensure that all tasks and projects are correctly aligned with their respective component types.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected component types, consult the project documentation or SAP help resources for guidance on the correct configurations.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to view and modify project details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to project configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the TR_AUSL241 error message in SAP.