How To Fix CJ153 - Select a valid line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Select a valid line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ153 - Select a valid line ?

  The SAP error message CJ153 "Select a valid line" typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when working with project structures, such as Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) or network activities. This error indicates that the system expects a valid selection of a line item (like a WBS element or activity) but the selection made is either invalid or not applicable.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection: The user may have selected a line that is not valid for the operation they are trying to perform. For example, trying to process a line that is not a WBS element or activity.
  Locked or Inactive Items: The selected line may be locked or inactive, preventing any operations from being performed on it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the selected line.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the project structure that lead to