How To Fix 9J680 - No WBS element (dummy) has been assigned to controlling area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 680

• Message text: No WBS element (dummy) has been assigned to controlling area &

What causes this issue?

No entry could be found for the controlling area &V1& in the Customizing
table WBS Elements per Controlling Area.
In this table, the WBS elements that have been defined for each
controlling area are maintained, for example, for material sales/
repurchase or equipment activity in the case of EDI.

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?

In Customizing, enter a WBS element for the company code under
<DS:SIMG.J_3GPSKOKM>WBS Element per Controlling Area for Material Sales
</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J680 - No WBS element (dummy) has been assigned to controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message 9J680 indicates that there is no Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element assigned to the specified controlling area. This error typically arises in the context of project management and controlling within SAP, particularly when trying to post costs or perform other activities that require a valid WBS element.
  Cause:
  
  Missing WBS Element: The most common cause is that the WBS element you are trying to use has not been created or is not assigned to the controlling area you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area may not be properly configured to recognize the WBS element.
  WBS Element Status: The WBS element may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it may be locked or not released).
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the WBS element code being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check WBS Element: Verify that the WBS element exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the WBS element in the Project System (PS) module.
  
  Use transaction code CJ20N or CJ03 to check the WBS element.
  
  
  
  Assign WBS Element to Controlling Area: If the WBS element does not exist, you will need to create it and ensure it is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  Use transaction code CJ01 to create a new WBS element.
  Ensure that the WBS element is assigned to the correct project and controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the controlling area is correctly configured to recognize the WBS elements. This may involve checking the settings in the controlling area configuration.
  
  Use transaction code OKKP to check the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Review WBS Element Status: Check the status of the WBS element to ensure it is active and not locked. You can do this in the WBS element details.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the WBS element code you are entering to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJ03: Display WBS Element
  CJ01: Create WBS Element
  OKKP: Controlling Area Configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on WBS elements and controlling area configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify WBS elements and controlling area settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 9J680 and successfully work with WBS elements in your SAP system.