How To Fix DPR_CGPL_MESSAGES018 - There is an inconsistency in the project structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_CGPL_MESSAGES - Development Projects: Messages from CGPL with DPR Specif.Txt

• Message number: 018

• Message text: There is an inconsistency in the project structure

What causes this issue?

There is an inconsistency in the project structure.

System Response

There is an inconsistency, which may prevent the system from displaying
parts of the project structure. If the system discovers such an
inconsistency, it isn't able to display the project element, where this
inconsistency is located. Furthermore, the system then also isn't able
to display further elements on the same level (e.g. further tasks next
to a task in the structure tree). In addition, the system then also
isn't able to display the subelements of this project element.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator or SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 DPR_CGPL_MESSAGES018 - There is an inconsistency in the project structure ?

  The SAP error message DPR_CGPL_MESSAGES018, which indicates "There is an inconsistency in the project structure," typically arises in the context of SAP Project Management (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM). This error suggests that there is a structural inconsistency within the project hierarchy or related data.
  Causes:
  
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data in the project structure, such as missing or inconsistent relationships between project elements (e.g., WBS elements, activities).
  Incorrect Changes: Manual changes to the project structure that violate the integrity rules of the project management module can lead to inconsistencies.
  System Errors: Bugs or issues in the SAP system or during data migration can cause inconsistencies.
  Missing Dependencies: If a project element is dependent on another element that has been deleted or modified incorrectly, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Project Structure: Review the project structure for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all WBS elements, activities, and milestones are correctly linked and that there are no missing elements.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to analyze the project structure. You can also use CJ03 (Display WBS) to check the details of WBS elements.
  Consistency Check: Run a consistency check using transaction CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) or CJI5 (Project Actual/Plan Line Items) to identify any discrepancies.
  Recreate Elements: If specific elements are found to be corrupted, consider recreating them. This may involve deleting the problematic elements and re-adding them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on maintaining project structures and handling inconsistencies.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for project management, such as CJ20N, CJ03, CJ02, and CJ01.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP Project Management to better understand the structure and integrity rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency in the project structure that is causing the error message DPR_CGPL_MESSAGES018.