How To Fix UPS1056 - There is no person responsible maintained for this node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPS1 - SEM-BPS Status and Tracking System Messages

• Message number: 056

• Message text: There is no person responsible maintained for this node

What causes this issue?

No person responsible has been maintained for this node. For this
reason, a substitute cannot be added.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain a person responsible for this node.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPS1056 - There is no person responsible maintained for this node ?

  The SAP error message UPS1056, "There is no person responsible maintained for this node," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or similar modules where organizational structures and responsibilities are defined. This error indicates that a specific node (such as a work package, project, or task) does not have a designated person responsible assigned to it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The most common cause is that the node in question does not have a person responsible assigned in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the project structure or organizational units.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of the project or task, the responsible person may not have been entered or saved correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPS1056 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Node Details:
  
  Navigate to the project or task in question.
  Check the details of the node to see if a person responsible is assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign a Person Responsible:
  
  If no person is assigned, you can assign one by editing the node details.
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CJ20N for project management) and find the node.
  In the "Basic Data" or "Responsible" tab, enter the user ID or name of the person responsible.
  
  
  
  Review Organizational Structure:
  
  Ensure that the organizational structure is correctly set up and that the person you are trying to assign is valid within the context of the project.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to assign a person responsible to the node.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the project or task and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ02 (Change Project), and CJ03 (Display Project) for managing projects in SAP.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user you are assigning as responsible has the appropriate roles and authorizations in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing project structures and responsibilities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.