How To Fix CPCC003 - Object type item is required in the working area

CPCC003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPCC - Cross-Class Functions

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Object type item is required in the working area

What causes this issue?

You have included object type <zh>sub-item</> in your working area.
However you have not included object type <zh>item</> as well.

System Response

The working area cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Either remove the object type <zh>sub-item</> or <zh>componnent
allocation</> from your working area, or include the object type
<zh>item</> in your working area:

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 CPCC003 - Object type item is required in the working area ?

  The SAP error message CPCC003, which states "Object type item is required in the working area," typically occurs in the context of SAP Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules when there is an issue with the data being processed in a particular transaction or report. This error indicates that the system expects an object type item (such as a cost element, internal order, or project) to be present in the working area, but it is missing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Object Type: The required object type (e.g., cost center, internal order, project) is not specified or is missing in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is preventing the object type from being recognized.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered incorrect or incomplete data, leading to the absence of the required object type.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not