How To Fix CJ266 - WBS element & is inactive. Function not possible

CJ266 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 266

• Message text: WBS element & is inactive. Function not possible

What causes this issue?

You want to change a WBS element in a simulation version that is
inactive.
&DEPENDENCIES&
The simulation versions that you are editing only contians a subtree of
a project. When you transfer a subtree to a simulation version, the
superior WBS elements are also transfered. However, this is only for
reference purposes; they are only displayed and cannot be changed.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ266 - WBS element & is inactive. Function not possible ?

  The SAP error message CJ266 indicates that a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element is inactive, which means that you cannot perform certain functions or transactions related to that WBS element. This error typically arises in project management scenarios within SAP, particularly when dealing with project structures and financial transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive WBS Element: The primary cause of this error is that the WBS element you are trying to use has been marked as inactive. This can happen if the project has been completed, closed, or if the WBS element was manually set to inactive.
  Project Status: The overall project status may also affect the status of its WBS elements. If the project is in a status that does not allow further transactions, the WBS elements will inherit this status.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate or work with the WBS element.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the WBS Element:
  
  If you have the