How To Fix CJ173 - Select a valid line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Select a valid line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ173 - Select a valid line ?

  The SAP error message CJ173 "Select a valid line" typically occurs in the context of project management or when working with project-related transactions in SAP, particularly in the Project System (PS) module. This error indicates that the system expects a valid selection or entry, but the line selected does not meet the criteria for processing.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection: The user may have selected a line that is not valid for the operation they are trying to perform. This could be due to selecting a line that is not active, not relevant, or does not have the necessary data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect information in the project structure or related master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the selected line.
  Incorrect Transaction Context: The user might be in a transaction that does not support the selected line