How To Fix GPD050 - WBS element entered is not a grouping WBS element of type 1

GPD050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPD - Pegging & Distribution

• Message number: 050

• Message text: WBS element entered is not a grouping WBS element of type 1

What causes this issue?

The WBS element entered is not a grouping WBS element of category 1.
Only grouping WBS elements of category 1 (valid for all materials and
planning groups) have to be assigned to a plant so that the pegged
requirements display can be executed.

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

System Response

Processing cannot continue.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPD050 - WBS element entered is not a grouping WBS element of type 1 ?

  The SAP error message GPD050 indicates that the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element you are trying to use is not a grouping WBS element of type 1. This error typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project planning and budgeting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect WBS Element Type: The WBS element you are trying to use is not defined as a grouping WBS element of type 1. Grouping WBS elements are used to aggregate costs and revenues for reporting purposes.
  WBS Structure: The WBS element may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be set up to allow the operations you are attempting.
  Hierarchy Issues: The WBS element may not be in the correct hierarchical position or may not have the necessary attributes assigned to it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check WBS Element Type: Verify that the WBS element you are using is indeed a grouping WBS element of type 1.