How To Fix CVP_EOP_PS017 - Standard WBS element &1 contains blocked person responsible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVP_EOP_PS - PS End of Purpose Check

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Standard WBS element &1 contains blocked person responsible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVP_EOP_PS017 - Standard WBS element &1 contains blocked person responsible ?

  The SAP error message CVP_EOP_PS017 indicates that a standard Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element is associated with a person responsible who is currently blocked. This typically means that the person responsible for the WBS element is not available for some reason, which could be due to various factors such as being on leave, having their user account blocked, or other administrative issues.
  Cause:
  
  Blocked User Account: The user account of the person responsible for the WBS element may be blocked in the SAP system.
  User Status: The person responsible may have a status that prevents them from being assigned to tasks (e.g., inactive, on leave).
  Organizational Changes: Changes in the organizational structure or personnel assignments may have led to the person being marked as blocked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to be assigned to the WBS element.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Status: Verify the status of the person responsible in the user management section of SAP. Ensure that their account is active and not blocked.
  Reassign Responsibility: If the person is indeed blocked or unavailable, consider reassigning the responsibility for the WBS element to another active user.
  Contact HR or Admin: If the user is blocked due to administrative reasons (e.g., leave, termination), contact the HR department or system administrator to resolve the issue.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to be assigned to the WBS element. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Update WBS Element: If the person responsible is no longer suitable for the WBS element, update the WBS element to reflect the correct person responsible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user details or CJ20N (Project Builder) to manage WBS elements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for managing WBS elements and user accounts for more detailed procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CVP_EOP_PS017 error and ensure that the WBS element has an active and responsible person assigned to it.