How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE036 - WBS element &1 in plant &2 not permitted to issue equipment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: WBS element &1 in plant &2 not permitted to issue equipment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE036 - WBS element &1 in plant &2 not permitted to issue equipment ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE036 indicates that there is an issue with the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element in relation to the plant when trying to issue equipment. This error typically arises in the context of project systems and equipment management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The WBS element specified is not authorized to issue equipment in the specified plant.
  There may be configuration settings in the project system that restrict the use of certain WBS elements for equipment issuance.
  The WBS element may not be correctly assigned to the plant in question.
  There could be missing or incorrect authorizations for the user trying to perform the action.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check WBS Element Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the WBS element is correctly configured to allow equipment issuance. This can be done by checking the settings in the Project System (PS) module.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Confirm that the WBS element is assigned to the correct plant. You can do this by navigating to the WBS element in the project structure and checking its details.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to issue equipment against the specified WBS element and plant. This may involve reviewing user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Project Management:
  
  If the WBS element is intended to allow equipment issuance, consult with the project management team to ensure that the project structure is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are any customizations or enhancements in your SAP system, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard behavior of WBS elements and equipment issuance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to view and edit WBS elements.
  Use IW31 or IW32 for creating or changing maintenance orders, which may also involve WBS elements.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Project System and Equipment Management for detailed information on WBS elements and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.