How To Fix CJ115 - Could not find a superior WBS element for WBS element &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Could not find a superior WBS element for WBS element &

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a superior element for a WBS element while it
was executing the function 'Derive structure'

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ115 - Could not find a superior WBS element for WBS element & ?

  The SAP error message CJ115, which states "Could not find a superior WBS element for WBS element &," typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). This error indicates that the system is unable to locate a superior (parent) WBS element for the specified WBS element.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Superior WBS Element: The specified WBS element may not have been assigned a superior WBS element, or the superior WBS element may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect WBS Structure: The WBS structure may be incorrectly defined, leading to a situation where the hierarchy is broken.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the WBS element codes, leading to the system being unable to find the correct superior element.
  Project Definition Issues: The project definition may not be correctly set up, which can affect the hierarchy of WBS elements.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not