How To Fix AIS2003 - WSB element ID &1 is not well suited to coding mask &2

AIS2003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIS2 - Pushback IM

• Message number: 003

• Message text: WSB element ID &1 is not well suited to coding mask &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIS2003 - WSB element ID &1 is not well suited to coding mask &2 ?

  The SAP error message AIS2003 indicates that there is an issue with the coding mask assigned to a specific WSB (Work Breakdown Structure) element ID. This error typically arises when the WSB element ID does not conform to the expected format defined by the coding mask.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Format: The WSB element ID does not match the format specified by the coding mask. This could be due to incorrect characters, length, or structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The coding mask may not be properly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies when trying to assign or validate WSB element IDs.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, where the WSB element ID was entered incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Coding Mask: Review the coding mask configuration in the system. Ensure that it is set up correctly to match the expected format for WSB element IDs.
  
  You can check this in the configuration settings under