How To Fix INM_OF_PROJECT008 - Project number &1 is not valid according to the project coding mask

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INM_OF_PROJECT - Messages related to implemenation class CL_INM_OF_PROJECT

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Project number &1 is not valid according to the project coding mask

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INM_OF_PROJECT008 - Project number &1 is not valid according to the project coding mask ?

  The SAP error message INM_OF_PROJECT008 indicates that the project number you are trying to use does not conform to the defined project coding mask in the system. This error typically occurs when the project number does not meet the specified format or criteria set in the project coding mask configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Format: The project number you entered does not match the format defined in the project coding mask. This could be due to incorrect characters, length, or structure.
  Configuration Issues: The project coding mask may not be properly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies when validating project numbers.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistyped the project number or used an incorrect number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Project Number: Verify that the project number you are entering adheres to the defined project coding mask. Ensure that it contains the correct number of characters and uses the appropriate characters (e.g., alphanumeric).
  Review Project Coding Mask Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for project coding masks in SAP.
  Check the settings under Project System (PS) > Master Data > Project > Define Project Coding Mask.
  Ensure that the coding mask is correctly defined and that it matches the expected format for project numbers.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for the correct format of project numbers.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe the configuration is correct and the error persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure) to work with projects.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify project numbers.
  Testing: After making any changes to the project coding mask or correcting the project number, test the entry again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.