How To Fix GJ942 - PO & &: WBS Element & Is Locked.

GJ942 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 942

• Message text: PO & &: WBS Element & Is Locked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ942 - PO & &: WBS Element & Is Locked. ?

  The SAP error message GJ942 indicates that a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element is locked, which prevents certain operations from being performed on it, such as posting costs or creating purchase orders (POs) associated with that WBS element. This locking mechanism is typically in place to ensure data integrity and prevent changes during critical processes.
  Causes of Error GJ942:
  
  WBS Element Status: The WBS element may be in a status that does not allow further transactions. For example, it could be set to "locked" or "completed."
  Project Locking: The entire project or specific WBS elements may be locked due to ongoing processes, such as project closing or financial reporting.
  User Lock: A specific user may have locked the WBS element for maintenance or other reasons.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the locked WBS element.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check WBS Element Status:
  
  Navigate to the WBS element in the Project System (PS)