How To Fix AO470 - Project definition &1 is deactivated --> choose a different project

AO470 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 470

• Message text: Project definition &1 is deactivated --> choose a different project

What causes this issue?

You want to create WBS element &V2& for project definition &V1&.

System Response

Project definition &V1& is deactivated. It is not possible to create a
WBS element for a deactivated project definition.
The project definition probably belongs to appropriation request &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Do one of the following:
Enter a different project definition that is already active.
Enter a new project definition number, which you then create along with
the WBS element.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO470 - Project definition &1 is deactivated --> choose a different project ?

  The SAP error message AO470 indicates that the project definition you are trying to use is deactivated. This typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) or Asset Accounting (AA) modules, where project definitions must be active to perform certain operations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Project Deactivation: The project definition has been deactivated, which means it cannot be used for further transactions or postings.
  Incorrect Project Selection: The project you are trying to access may not be the correct one, or it may have been intentionally deactivated by a user or administrator.
  Status Change: The project may have been moved to a different status that restricts its use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reactivate the Project:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can reactivate the project definition. This is typically done in the Project System module.
  Use transaction code CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to find the project and check its status. If it is deactivated, you can reactivate it from