How To Fix CJ189 - No capacities have been assigned to the selected WBS elements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 189

• Message text: No capacities have been assigned to the selected WBS elements

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ189 - No capacities have been assigned to the selected WBS elements ?

  The SAP error message CJ189 ("No capacities have been assigned to the selected WBS elements") typically occurs in the context of project management when you are trying to perform capacity planning or scheduling for a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element, but there are no capacities assigned to that WBS element.
  Cause:
  
  No Capacity Assignment: The most common cause is that the WBS element does not have any capacity assigned to it. This can happen if the project has not been properly set up or if the necessary resources have not been allocated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the project or the WBS element may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of capacity assignments.
  Resource Availability: The resources that are supposed to be assigned to the WBS element may not be available or may not have been defined in the system.
  Project Status: The project or WBS element may be in a status that does not allow for capacity assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Capacities: 
  
  Go to the relevant WBS element in the project structure.
  Navigate to the capacity planning or resource assignment section.
  Assign the necessary capacities (resources) to the WBS element.
  
  
  
  Check Resource Availability: 
  
  Ensure that the resources you want to assign are available and properly defined in the system.
  Check if the resources are assigned to the correct project or WBS element.
  
  
  
  Review Project Configuration: 
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the project and WBS elements to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that the project is in a status that allows for capacity assignments.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  You can use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to manage and assign resources to WBS elements.
  Use transaction code CJR2 (Change Project) to check and modify the project structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to project management and capacity planning for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  WBS Elements: Work Breakdown Structure elements are used in project management to break down a project into manageable sections.
  Capacity Planning: This involves determining the resources required to complete project tasks and ensuring that those resources are available when needed.
  Resource Management: Effective resource management is crucial for project success, and it involves assigning the right resources to the right tasks at the right time.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.