How To Fix 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