How To Fix CN079 - Profit centers of WBS elements must agree

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Profit centers of WBS elements must agree

What causes this issue?

A. You want to change the WBS element of a component.
Profit Center Accounting is active within the scheduled network dates
for the controlling area of the WBS elements. The WBS element you
entered is assigned to a different profit center than the original WBS
element.
B. You want to reallocate a component that is assigned to a WBS element
to another activity.
Profit Center Accounting is active within the scheduled network dates
for the controlling area of the WBS elements. The WBS element of the
component is assigned to a different profit center than the target
activity's WBS element.

How to fix this error?

A. Choose a WBS element with the same profit center.
B. Choose an activity with a WBS element from the same profit center.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN079 - Profit centers of WBS elements must agree ?

  The SAP error message CN079 ("Profit centers of WBS elements must agree") typically occurs in the context of project management and controlling when there is a mismatch in the profit centers assigned to different Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements within a project. This error is particularly relevant when you are trying to perform transactions that involve multiple WBS elements, such as creating or posting costs to a project.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Different Profit Centers: The WBS elements involved in the transaction are assigned to different profit centers. In SAP, all WBS elements that are part of the same transaction must have the same profit center to ensure consistent financial reporting and analysis.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project system that enforce this rule, which is common in organizations that want to maintain strict control over financial data.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the assignment of profit centers to the WBS elements, either during the creation of the WBS elements or in subsequent changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CN079 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check WBS Elements: Review the WBS elements involved in the transaction. You can do this by navigating to the WBS element master data in SAP and checking the profit center assigned to each element.
  
  
  Align Profit Centers: If you find that the WBS elements have different profit centers, you will need to either:
  
  Change the profit center of one or more WBS elements to ensure they match.
  Use WBS elements that share the same profit center for your transaction.
  
  
  
  Transaction Adjustment: If you are trying to post costs or create a transaction, ensure that all WBS elements included in the transaction are aligned in terms of profit center.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you believe the configuration settings are too strict or need adjustment, consult with your SAP configuration team to see if the rules can be modified to better fit your business processes.
  
  
  Documentation and Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of profit center assignments and how to check them before performing transactions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display WBS Element) to view and manage WBS elements and their associated profit centers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidance related to this error message.
  Profit Center Accounting: Understanding how profit centers work in SAP and their role in financial reporting can help prevent this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN079 error and ensure that your WBS elements are correctly aligned for financial transactions.