How To Fix GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ018 - Project ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ - Message class for Forecasting - Project Setup

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Project ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ018 - Project ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GHO_FC_MANAGE_PROJ018 indicates that the system cannot find a project with the specified Project ID. This error typically occurs in the context of project management or financial controlling modules within SAP, such as SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Project ID: The Project ID entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Project Not Created: The project may not have been created yet in the system.
  Project Deleted: The project may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the project.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the project not being available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Project ID: Double-check the Project ID for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct ID.
  Check Project Existence: Use transaction codes like CJ03 (Display Project) or CJ20N (Project Builder) to see if the project exists in the system.
  Create Project: If the project does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CJ01 (Create Project).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the project. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  Consult with IT Support: If the project should exist but is not found, consult with your IT support team to check for any data synchronization issues or to see if the project has been archived or deleted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CJ01: Create Project
  CJ02: Change Project
  CJ03: Display Project
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Project System and Controlling modules for more context on project management processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.