How To Fix GPDARCH173 - &1 -> >>>> Phase 1 - WBS validation

GPDARCH173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPDARCH - GPD Archiving

• Message number: 173

• Message text: &1 -> >>>> Phase 1 - WBS validation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPDARCH173 - &1 -> >>>> Phase 1 - WBS validation ?

  The SAP error message GPDARCH173 typically occurs during the archiving process in SAP, specifically related to the validation of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) in Project System (PS) or related modules. The error indicates that there is an issue with the WBS elements that are being processed during the archiving phase.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid WBS Elements: The WBS elements being archived may not be valid or may have inconsistencies in their data.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other objects (like network activities, orders, etc.) that prevent the WBS from being archived.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data for the WBS elements may be incomplete or missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the WBS elements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check WBS Validity: Use transaction codes like CJ20N or CJ03 to check the validity of the WBS elements. Ensure that all required fields are filled and that there