/ISDFPS/ACCMSG079 - WBS element &1 is not assigned to any controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ACCMSG -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: WBS element &1 is not assigned to any controlling area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ACCMSG079 - WBS element &1 is not assigned to any controlling area ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ACCMSG079 indicates that a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element is not assigned to any controlling area. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with project management and controlling in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  WBS Element Not Assigned: The WBS element you are trying to use is not linked to any controlling area in the system. This means that the system cannot determine where to post costs or revenues related to this WBS element.
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area may not be properly configured to include the WBS element, or the WBS element may have been created without the necessary assignment.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the project structure, the WBS elements may not have the correct assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign WBS Element to Controlling Area:
  
  Go to the transaction code CJ02 (Change WBS Element).
  Enter the WBS element number and select the appropriate project.
  Check the "Controlling" tab and ensure that the controlling area is assigned to the WBS element.
  If it is not assigned, you can assign the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Project Definition:
  
  Ensure that the project definition (transaction code CJ01) is correctly set up and that the controlling area is assigned to the project.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that it is set up to accept the WBS elements you are working with.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data migration issues, run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the WBS elements and their assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your version of SAP and the project management module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CJ01: Create WBS Element
  CJ02: Change WBS Element
  CJ03: Display WBS Element
  CJI3: Project Actual Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to WBS elements and controlling area assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your WBS elements are correctly assigned to the appropriate controlling areas.