How To Fix CJ118 - No editing mask exists for project &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No editing mask exists for project &

What causes this issue?

The 'Derive structure' function can only be executed, if the project
definition and all the WBS elements have a (compatible) editing mask.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ118 - No editing mask exists for project & ?

  The SAP error message CJ118 ("No editing mask exists for project &") typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project definitions or structures in the Project System (PS) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find an editing mask (or template) for the specified project, which is necessary for editing or displaying project-related data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Editing Mask: The editing mask for the project may not have been defined in the system. This can happen if the project was created without the necessary configuration.
  Incorrect Project Type: The project type may not be set up correctly, or it may not correspond to any existing editing mask.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Project System that prevent the editing mask from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the editing mask for the project.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define an Editing Mask:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the Project System settings and check the configuration for editing masks.
  Ensure that an editing mask is defined for the project type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Project Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the project type associated with the project is correctly configured and has an editing mask assigned.
  You can check this in the project type settings in SPRO.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and edit the project. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up editing masks and project types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Project Types: Understand the different project types available in your SAP system and their configurations.
  User Roles: Review the roles assigned to users in the SAP system to ensure they have the necessary permissions to work with projects.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the CJ118 error and successfully work with your project in SAP.