How To Fix GRPG111 - WBS element & is not a grouping WBS element

GRPG111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GRPG - Grouping/Pegging for Individual Project Planning

• Message number: 111

• Message text: WBS element & is not a grouping WBS element

What causes this issue?

WBS element has not been marked as a <DS:GLOS.grouping WBS
element>grouping WBS element</>, on which requirements can be grouped.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

If you want to specify that the WBS element is a grouping WBS element,
do so in <DS:TRAN.CJ12>Maintaining master data for WBS elements</> by
entering the value 1 or 2 for the <l>Grouping WBS element</> indicator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GRPG111 - Details

• The SAP error message GRPG111 indicates that the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element you are trying to use is not recognized as a grouping WBS element. This typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project structures and hierarchies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect WBS Element Type: The WBS element you are trying to use may not be defined as a grouping WBS element in the system. Grouping WBS elements are specifically designated to group other WBS elements or activities.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project system that do not allow the selected WBS element to function as a grouping element.
  WBS Element Status: The WBS element might be in a status that does not allow it to be used for grouping, such as being locked or not fully activated.
  Hierarchy Structure: The WBS element may not be positioned correctly within the project hierarchy, leading to it not