How To Fix BJ018 - Another standard WBS is used for this material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BJ - Standard WBS

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Another standard WBS is used for this material

What causes this issue?

The material for this sales order has been assigned to project &v1&
with the standard WBS &v2&. You have now selected material that is
assigned to another standard WBS.
You can only use material in a sales order that has been assigned to
the same standard WBS.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOFUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Select another material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BJ018 - Another standard WBS is used for this material ?

  The SAP error message BJ018 ("Another standard WBS is used for this material") typically occurs in the context of project management and material management within SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected that the material you are trying to assign to a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element is already associated with a different standard WBS element.
  Cause:
  
  Material Assignment: The material you are trying to use is already linked to a different WBS element, which is not allowed in the current configuration.
  Project Structure: The project structure may have been set up in such a way that a material can only be assigned to one standard WBS element at a time.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings or project definitions may restrict the assignment of materials to multiple WBS elements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Review the existing assignments of the material to see which WBS element it is currently linked to. You can do this by navigating to the material master record or using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or CJ20N (Project Builder).
  
  
  Change WBS Assignment: If you need to assign the material to a different WBS element, you may need to first remove the existing assignment. This can typically be done in the project management module or through the material master.
  
  
  Consult Project Structure: Ensure that the project structure allows for the desired assignment. If necessary, consult with your project manager or SAP administrator to understand the project configuration.
  
  
  Use Different Material: If the material must remain associated with the current WBS element, consider using a different material for the new WBS element.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this is a recurring issue, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in SAP to see if adjustments can be made to allow for more flexible material assignments.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ01 (Create WBS), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on WBS elements and material management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to WBS assignments and material master records.
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.