How To Fix G4202 - Project hierarchy & is inconsistent

G4202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Project hierarchy & is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

Billing could not reiceive the required information about WBS elements
since the project hierarchy for project &V1& is inconsistent.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please check the hierarchy for project &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

G4202 - Details

• The SAP error message G4202, which states "Project hierarchy & is inconsistent," typically indicates that there is an inconsistency in the project hierarchy structure within the Project System (PS) module. This can occur due to various reasons, such as missing or incorrect data in the project definitions, issues with the assignment of work breakdown structures (WBS), or problems with the integration of project data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing WBS Elements: Some WBS elements may not be properly defined or may be missing from the hierarchy.
  Incorrect Relationships: There may be incorrect or missing relationships between WBS elements, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Corruption: Data corruption in the project hierarchy can occur due to system errors or improper data handling.
  Changes in Project Structure: If changes were made to the project structure (e.g., adding or deleting WBS elements) without proper updates to the hierarchy, inconsistencies can arise.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization issues can prevent proper access to project data, leading