CJ143 - You have not entered a WBS or an activity number. Data is not transfered.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 143

• Message text: You have not entered a WBS or an activity number. Data is not transfered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ143 - You have not entered a WBS or an activity number. Data is not transfered. ?

  The SAP error message CJ143 indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action related to project management (such as posting costs or creating a transaction) without specifying a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element or an activity number. This is a common issue in SAP Project System (PS) when the system requires a valid project structure to process the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing WBS or Activity Number: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not entered a WBS element or activity number in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction being used may not be appropriate for the type of entry being made.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the WBS or activity.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project system that require certain fields to be filled out that are not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter WBS or Activity Number: Ensure that you enter a valid WBS element or activity number in the appropriate field before executing the transaction.
  Check Transaction Code: Verify that you are using the correct transaction code for the action you are trying to perform.
  Review Authorizations: Check if you have the necessary authorizations to access the WBS or activity. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the project system settings are correctly configured to allow the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Use the Project Structure: If you are unsure of the WBS or activity number, you can use the project structure (via transaction codes like CJ03 or CJ20N) to find the correct WBS or activity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ01 (Create WBS), CJ02 (Change WBS), CJ03 (Display WBS), and CJ20N (Project Builder).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on project management and the use of WBS elements and activities.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter data in the project system to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CJ143 error and successfully complete your transaction in SAP.