How To Fix IVE_E_INVOICE013 - ProjectElement-TypeCode &1 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IVE_E_INVOICE - Message class for IVE_E invoice services

• Message number: 013

• Message text: ProjectElement-TypeCode &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IVE_E_INVOICE013 - ProjectElement-TypeCode &1 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message IVE_E_INVOICE013 indicates that the Project Element Type Code specified in the invoice processing is not supported. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Invoice Verification (IV) or related modules where project elements are involved, such as in project management or cost accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Project Element Type Code: The type code provided does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The project element type may not be set up in the system for the specific transaction or invoice type being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the invoice or project element data.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the specified project element type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Project Element Type Code:
  
  Verify the project element type code being used in the invoice. Ensure it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  You can check the valid project element types in the configuration settings or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Ensure that the project element type is properly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the Project System (PS) module or the relevant configuration areas.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the project element type is active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the invoice data for any discrepancies or errors. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If the invoice is being generated from another system or module, ensure that the data is being transferred correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user processing the invoice has the necessary authorizations to access the project element type. If not, the user may need to be granted additional permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific project element type codes and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to review project elements and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates related to project element configurations.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.