How To Fix 5M564 - Select a valid PBS form; press F4 for an overview

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 564

• Message text: Select a valid PBS form; press F4 for an overview

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M564 - Select a valid PBS form; press F4 for an overview ?

  The SAP error message 5M564 ("Select a valid PBS form; press F4 for an overview") typically occurs in the context of the Project System (PS) module when a user is trying to select a Project Budgeting System (PBS) form that is either invalid or not available for the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid PBS Form: The PBS form you are trying to select does not exist or is not valid for the project or context you are working in.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific PBS forms.
  Configuration Issues: The PBS forms may not be properly configured in the system, or there may be missing entries in the configuration tables.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the PBS form code you are trying to enter.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PBS Form Validity:
  
  Press F4 in the PBS form field to get an overview of valid forms. This will help you select a valid form.
  Ensure that the form you are trying to use is indeed valid for the project you are working on.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if you have the necessary authorizations to access the PBS forms. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you have access to configuration, verify that the PBS forms are correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO.
  Ensure that the PBS forms are assigned to the correct project types and structures.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the PBS form code you are entering for any typographical errors. Make sure it matches the valid forms listed in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on PBS forms and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PBS Forms: These are used in the Project System to manage budgets and financial planning for projects.
  SAP Notes: You can search for specific SAP Notes related to error message 5M564 in the SAP Support Portal for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ30 (Maintain Project Budget) where this error might occur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in SAP.