How To Fix CJ435 - Enter new WBS elements only under the initial element

CJ435 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 435

• Message text: Enter new WBS elements only under the initial element

What causes this issue?

You are working with only a portion of the work breakdown structure. In
this case, you can only create new WBS elements at a level below the
element you used to access the structure. This initial element has the
level &V1&. The level you entered, &V2&, is therefore invalid.
The initial element is the WBS element which you entered on the request
screen.

System Response

WBS element &V3& cannot be created at level &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Enter the correct level.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ435 - Enter new WBS elements only under the initial element ?

  The SAP error message CJ435 ("Enter new WBS elements only under the initial element") typically occurs when you are trying to create a new Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element in a project but are attempting to do so under a WBS element that is not the top-level (initial) element of the project.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Violation: The error indicates that you are trying to create a new WBS element at a level that is not allowed. In SAP, new WBS elements can only be created under the top-level WBS element of a project.
  Incorrect Project Structure: The project structure may not be set up correctly, or you may be trying to add a WBS element in a way that violates the hierarchical rules of the project.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the WBS Structure: Ensure that you are attempting to create the new WBS element under the correct top-level WBS element. You can do this by navigating to the