How To Fix CJ723 - Project definition exists already

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 723

• Message text: Project definition exists already

What causes this issue?

The project definition you selected exists already. Consequently the
project profile you entered will be ignored.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ723 - Project definition exists already ?

  The SAP error message CJ723 ("Project definition exists already") typically occurs when you attempt to create a new project definition in the Project System (PS) module, but a project with the same definition already exists in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as duplicate entries or incorrect project number ranges.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Project Definition: You are trying to create a project definition with a project ID that already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Number Range: The number range for project definitions may be incorrectly configured, leading to conflicts.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a project ID that is already in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Projects: Before creating a new project, check the existing project definitions to ensure that the project ID you want to use is not already taken. You can do this by using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project).
  
  
  Use a Different Project ID: If the project ID is already in use, consider using a different project ID that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  Review Number Ranges: If you suspect that the number range configuration is causing the issue, check the number range settings for project definitions. You can do this using transaction code OIOA (Maintain Number Ranges for Projects) to ensure that the number ranges are set up correctly and do not overlap.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the existing projects or number range settings, consult with your SAP administrator or someone with the necessary permissions to review the project definitions and number range configurations.
  
  
  Error Handling: If you are developing or customizing SAP applications, ensure that your code handles this error gracefully, providing meaningful feedback to the user.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJ03: Display Project
  CJ01: Create Project
  OIOA: Maintain Number Ranges for Projects
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to project definitions and error CJ723.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Project System (PS) for best practices in project creation and management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CJ723 error and successfully create or manage project definitions in SAP.