How To Fix GJ824 - Recovery Indicator for Project & not Billable.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 824

• Message text: Recovery Indicator for Project & not Billable.

What causes this issue?

The recovery indicator for the entered project is not billable.

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

System Response

Non billable projects cannot be cash called.

How to fix this error?

Verify that the project has the correct recovery indicator assigned to
it.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ824 - Recovery Indicator for Project & not Billable. ?

  The SAP error message GJ824 indicates that there is an issue with the recovery indicator for a project that is marked as "not billable." This typically occurs in the context of project management and controlling within SAP, particularly in the Project System (PS) module.
  Cause:
  The error message GJ824 usually arises due to the following reasons:
  
  
  Project Status: The project or WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) element is set to a status that does not allow billing. This could be due to the project being marked as "not billable" or having a status that restricts billing activities.
  
  
  Recovery Indicator: The recovery indicator for the project is set incorrectly. The recovery indicator determines how costs can be recovered from customers. If the project is not billable, the recovery indicator may not be applicable.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project management module that need to be reviewed. This includes settings related to billing, cost recovery, and project status.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GJ824 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Status: Review the status of the project or WBS element. If it is set to "not billable," consider changing it to a billable status if appropriate.
  
  
  Review Recovery Indicator: Check the recovery indicator assigned to the project. Ensure that it is set correctly based on the billing requirements. If the project is indeed not billable, ensure that the recovery indicator reflects that.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to project billing and recovery indicators. Ensure that the configuration aligns with your organization's billing policies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling recovery indicators and project billing settings.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making any changes, test the project billing process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to review and modify project settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to project settings and billing configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Project System for further assistance.