How To Fix FAGL_ALE019 - WBS element &1 not found in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_ALE - Single Document and Totals Document Transfer

• Message number: 019

• Message text: WBS element &1 not found in the system

What causes this issue?

The document contains an account assignment to a WBS element that has
<ZH>not</> been created in the system.

System Response

The document <ZH>cannot</> be posted.

How to fix this error?

The following options are available:
Change the account assignment, or
Deactivate this error message in message control

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE FAGL_MSG_SWITCH OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_ALE019 - WBS element &1 not found in the system ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_ALE019 indicates that a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element specified in a transaction or process cannot be found in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when dealing with project-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  WBS Element Not Created: The WBS element you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect WBS Element: The WBS element number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  WBS Element Deleted: The WBS element may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the WBS element.
  Data Transfer Issues: If this error occurs during data transfer (e.g., ALE/IDoc), it may indicate that the WBS element was not included in the data transfer.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify WBS Element: Check if the WBS element exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Project System (PS) module and using transaction code CJ20N or CJ03 to view the WBS element.
  Create WBS Element: If the WBS element does not exist, create it using transaction code CJ01 (Create WBS Element).
  Check for Deletion: If the WBS element was deleted, you may need to restore it or create a new one.
  Correct Input: Ensure that the WBS element number is entered correctly in the transaction.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the WBS element. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Data Transfer Review: If this error occurs during data transfer, review the configuration and ensure that the WBS element is included in the data being transferred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ01 (Create WBS), CJ02 (Change WBS), CJ03 (Display WBS), and CJ20N (Project Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Project System (PS) and Financial Accounting (FI) for more context on WBS elements and their usage.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAGL_ALE019 error and implement the appropriate solution.