How To Fix B1552 - No external key found for the PSP element & in field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 552

• Message text: No external key found for the PSP element & in field &

What causes this issue?

The internal database key for a PSP element has been transferred in
field &v2&. The internal key must be converted into the external name.
An external name could not be found for the value &v1&.

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?

Check the transferred value.
Does the PSP element exist in the system?
Has the internal database key been transferred correctly?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1552 - No external key found for the PSP element & in field & ?

  The SAP error message B1552 "No external key found for the PSP element & in field &" typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) when the system is unable to find a corresponding external key for a given Project Structure Plan (PSP) element. This can happen during various operations, such as when trying to create or modify project structures, or when performing data uploads.
  Causes:
  
  Missing External Key: The external key that is supposed to link the PSP element to an external system or data source is missing or not correctly defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the project system may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in recognizing the external key.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect entries in the database or missing records that should correspond to the PSP element.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external key or related data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check External Key Configuration: Verify that the external key is correctly configured in the system. Ensure that the relevant settings in the project system are properly defined.
  Data Validation: Check the database for the existence of the external key associated with the PSP element. If it is missing, you may need to create or update the relevant records.
  Review Project Structure: Ensure that the project structure is correctly defined and that all necessary elements are in place. This includes checking for any missing or incorrectly defined PSP elements.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant data. If not, work with your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to investigate the project structure and see where the issue lies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.