How To Fix BOS04029 - Several WBS elements are matched for costing items &1(&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS04 - BOS PS integration and Futher objects with EN language

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Several WBS elements are matched for costing items &1(&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS04029 - Several WBS elements are matched for costing items &1(&2) ?

  The SAP error message BOS04029 indicates that there are multiple Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements that match the costing items specified in the transaction. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with project costing and internal orders.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple WBS Elements: The primary cause of this error is that the system has found more than one WBS element that corresponds to the costing items you are trying to process. This can happen if:
  
  The costing items are not uniquely assigned to a single WBS element.
  There are overlapping or ambiguous assignments in the project structure.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the project system or the way the WBS elements are structured.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry when creating or assigning WBS elements to costing items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review WBS Assignments: Check the assignments of the costing items to WBS elements. Ensure that each costing item is uniquely assigned to a single WBS element. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the project structure and reviewing the WBS elements.
  Checking the assignment of costing items to ensure there are no duplicates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Costing Items: If you find that multiple WBS elements are indeed linked to the same costing items, you may need to adjust the assignments. This could involve:
  
  Reassigning costing items to the correct WBS element.
  Deleting or modifying any unnecessary or incorrect assignments.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the project system. Ensure that the settings allow for clear and unambiguous assignments of costing items to WBS elements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling WBS elements and costing items.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display WBS Element) to help you navigate and troubleshoot the project structure.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in project costing are adequately trained on the proper assignment of WBS elements and costing items to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.