How To Fix GPD019 - No surplus WBS element defined for plant & and grouping WBS element &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPD - Pegging & Distribution

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No surplus WBS element defined for plant & and grouping WBS element &

What causes this issue?

No scrap WBS element has been defined for the appropriate plant and
grouping WBS element.

System Response

The scrap cannot be assigned. This leads to incomplete cost
distribution.

How to fix this error?

Create a WBS element for the <DS:TRAN.PEG04>assignment of scrap</>
either on plant level or on grouping WBS level.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPD019 - No surplus WBS element defined for plant & and grouping WBS element & ?

  The SAP error message GPD019 indicates that there is no surplus Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element defined for a specific plant and grouping WBS element. This error typically arises in the context of project management and controlling within SAP, particularly when dealing with project-related costs and budgeting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually occurs when the system is unable to find a surplus WBS element that corresponds to the specified plant and grouping WBS element. This can happen if the surplus WBS element has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Plant or Grouping WBS Element: The plant or grouping WBS element specified in the transaction may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Project Structure Issues: There may be issues with the project structure or hierarchy that prevent the system from identifying the correct surplus WBS element.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Surplus WBS Element:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and ensure that a surplus WBS element is defined for the relevant plant and grouping WBS element.
  You can do this by navigating to the appropriate configuration path in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Project System settings.
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Grouping WBS Element:
  
  Verify that the plant and grouping WBS element you are using in your transaction are correct and exist in the system.
  You can check this by using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display WBS Element) to view the details of the WBS elements.
  
  
  
  Review Project Structure:
  
  Ensure that the project structure is correctly set up and that all necessary WBS elements are properly linked.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing elements in the project hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to project management and WBS elements for additional guidance on setting up surplus WBS elements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N, CJ03, and CJ01 for managing WBS elements.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to GPD019 for any specific fixes or updates that may address this error.
  Project System Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings for the Project System module in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GPD019 error and ensure that your project management processes in SAP run smoothly.