How To Fix CJ170 - Not all of the fields in the field selection are displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Not all of the fields in the field selection are displayed

What causes this issue?

You have selected fields which cannot be displayed in the table area
of the project planning board.
This is the case for all fields related to earned value analysis,
version management, the company code and the business area.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ170 - Not all of the fields in the field selection are displayed ?

  The SAP error message CJ170, which states "Not all of the fields in the field selection are displayed," typically occurs in the context of project management and controlling within SAP, particularly when dealing with project definitions, WBS elements, or related transactions.
  Cause:
  This error message usually arises due to the following reasons:
  
  
  Field Selection Settings: The field selection settings for the project or WBS element may not be configured to display all the necessary fields. This can happen if the field selection is too restrictive or if certain fields are not marked for display.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain fields, leading to incomplete field display.
  
  
  Screen Variants: If screen variants are used, they may not include all the fields that are required for the transaction.
  
  
  Customizations: Custom developments or modifications in the SAP system may lead to discrepancies in field display.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CJ170 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Selection:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for field selection in the relevant project management area (e.g., SPRO -> Project System -> Structures -> Field Selection).
  Ensure that the fields you need are set to be displayed.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view all fields.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues after encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Adjust Screen Variants:
  
  If screen variants are being used, check the settings for the variant to ensure that all required fields are included.
  You can modify or create a new screen variant using transaction code SHD0.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Development Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or development team to check for any customizations or modifications that may be affecting field display.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure), CJ02 (Change Work Breakdown Structure), and CJ03 (Display Work Breakdown Structure).
  Field Selection Groups: Understand how field selection groups work in SAP and how they can be configured for different project types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CJ170 error and implement a suitable solution.