How To Fix FAA_MD142 - WBS element &1 is invalid

FAA_MD142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 142

• Message text: WBS element &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD142 - WBS element &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD142 indicates that a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element is invalid in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA). This error typically arises when you are trying to assign an asset to a WBS element that does not exist, is not active, or is not properly configured in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent WBS Element: The WBS element you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Inactive WBS Element: The WBS element may exist but is not currently active or has been closed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The WBS element may not be properly configured for the project or asset accounting.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the WBS element.
  Incorrect Project Definition: The project definition associated with the WBS element may not be correctly set up.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify WBS Element: Check if the WBS element exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code CJ03