How To Fix GPDMIGO017 - Cntrolling area of sending WBS &1 &2 does not equal to receivng WBS &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPDMIGO - A&D GPD Message Class for Movement Checks

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Cntrolling area of sending WBS &1 &2 does not equal to receivng WBS &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPDMIGO017 - Cntrolling area of sending WBS &1 &2 does not equal to receivng WBS &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message GPDMIGO017 indicates a mismatch in the controlling areas between the sending and receiving Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) elements during a transfer or posting process. This error typically occurs in the context of project management and controlling when you are trying to transfer costs or perform a goods movement that involves WBS elements.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The sending WBS element (identified by &1 &2) belongs to a different controlling area than the receiving WBS element (identified by &3 &4).
  This can happen if the WBS elements are set up in different controlling areas in the system, which is not allowed for certain transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check WBS Element Configuration:
  
  Verify the controlling area assigned to both the sending and receiving WBS elements. You can do this by navigating to the WBS element in the project system and checking its attributes.
  
  
  
  Correct the WBS Elements:
  
  If the WBS elements are indeed in different controlling areas, you will need to either:
  
  Change the receiving WBS element to match the controlling area of the sending WBS element.
  Or, if appropriate, change the sending WBS element to match the controlling area of the receiving WBS element.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform allows for the transfer of costs or postings between WBS elements in different controlling areas, if that is your intention.
  
  
  
  Consult with a SAP Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to the WBS elements or if the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display WBS) to check the WBS elements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to project system (PS) and controlling (CO) for more detailed information on WBS elements and controlling areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.