How To Fix CJ275 - Hierarchy for &1 &2 cannot be &3 and &4 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 275

• Message text: Hierarchy for &1 &2 cannot be &3 and &4 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ275 - Hierarchy for &1 &2 cannot be &3 and &4 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message CJ275 typically occurs in the context of project management and controlling, particularly when dealing with project hierarchies and structures in the Project System (PS) module. The error message indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchy structure of a project or a network.
  Cause:
  The error message "Hierarchy for &1 &2 cannot be &3 and &4 is not allowed" generally arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Hierarchy Level: The system is trying to assign a project or network to a hierarchy level that is not allowed. For example, you might be trying to assign a lower-level project to a higher-level project incorrectly.
  
  
  Incorrect Project Type: The project type or network type being used may not be compatible with the hierarchy structure defined in the system.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the specified project or network.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Project System that restrict certain types of hierarchies or relationships between projects and networks.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CJ275 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure: Review the hierarchy structure of the project or network you are trying to work with. Ensure that you are assigning it to the correct level and that it adheres to the defined hierarchy rules.
  
  
  Verify Project Types: Ensure that the project or network types you are using are compatible with the hierarchy you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, you may need to request additional permissions from your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings related to project hierarchies in the Project System. Ensure that they are set up correctly to allow the desired hierarchy structure.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Sometimes, other projects or networks may have dependencies that affect the hierarchy. Ensure that there are no conflicting relationships.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the error message and its context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to review and modify project structures.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CJ275 error and implement a solution to resolve it.