IW502 - Project in order ( &1 ) different to project from object ( &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Project in order ( &1 ) different to project from object ( &2)

What causes this issue?

The project which you entered in the
<GL:maintenance_order>maintenance order</> does not correspond to
the project &V1& which is entered in the master record of the
<GL:reference_object>reference object</>.

System Response

The system allows the alternative project which you entered in the
maintenance order.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the project entered in the maintenance order is the
required project. If necessary, change the entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW502 - Project in order ( &1 ) different to project from object ( &2) ?

  The SAP error message IW502 indicates that there is a mismatch between the project assigned to a maintenance order and the project associated with the object (such as a piece of equipment or a functional location) that the order is linked to. This typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) or similar modules where projects are involved.
  Cause:
  The error arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Project Assignment Mismatch: The maintenance order is assigned to a different project than the one associated with the object (equipment or functional location).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the project management or maintenance order management may not be aligned correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during the creation of the maintenance order or the assignment of the project.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IW502 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Assignment:
  
  Verify the project assigned to the maintenance order. You can do this by navigating to the order details in SAP.
  Check the project associated with the object (equipment or functional location) in the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Update the Order:
  
  If the maintenance order is incorrectly assigned to a different project, you can change the project assignment in the order to match the project of the object.
  Use transaction code IW32 to change the maintenance order and update the project field.
  
  
  
  Review Object Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the object (equipment or functional location) is correctly assigned to the intended project. You can check this in the equipment or functional location master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the project management settings are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the order and project assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IW32: Change Maintenance Order
  IW33: Display Maintenance Order
  CJ20N: Project Builder (to check project details)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on project management and maintenance order processing.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IW502 error in SAP.