How To Fix AO437 - Project definition &1 has deletion flag - creating WBS not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 437

• Message text: Project definition &1 has deletion flag - creating WBS not possible

What causes this issue?

You want to create a WBS element for project definition &V1&. However,
project definition &V1& is flagged for deletion, or the deletion
indicator is already set.

System Response

You are not allowed to create WBS elements for projects that are
flagged for deletion, or in which the deletion indicator is set.

How to fix this error?

Check if project definition &V1& is the project definition you want, or
check the status of the project definition.
Enter a different project definition, if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO437 - Project definition &1 has deletion flag - creating WBS not possible ?

  The SAP error message AO437 indicates that you are trying to create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element for a project definition that has been flagged for deletion. This means that the project is no longer active, and as a result, you cannot create new WBS elements under it.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the project definition you are attempting to use has been marked with a deletion flag. This typically happens when a project is completed, canceled, or otherwise deemed inactive, and the deletion flag is set to prevent any further modifications or additions to the project structure.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a few options:
  
  
  Check Project Status: Verify the status of the project definition. If the project is indeed completed and should not be modified, you may need to create a new project definition instead of trying to add WBS elements to the existing one.
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag: If the project should still be active and the deletion flag was set in error, you can remove the deletion flag. This typically requires the following steps:
  
  Go to the transaction code CJ02 (Change Project).
  Enter the project definition number.
  Check the project details and look for the deletion flag.
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion flag and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Project Management: If you are unsure whether the project should be active or if the deletion flag should be removed, consult with your project management team or the relevant stakeholders to confirm the status of the project.
  
  
  Create a New Project: If the project is indeed completed and should not be modified, consider creating a new project definition and associated WBS elements as needed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CJ01: Create Project
  CJ02: Change Project
  CJ03: Display Project
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify project definitions and WBS elements.
  Documentation: Review your organization's project management policies to understand the lifecycle of projects and the appropriate handling of deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the AO437 error and proceed with your project management tasks in SAP.