How To Fix IWO_BAPI405 - WBS element with the internal number &1 cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI - BAPIs for ALM Orders: Messages

• Message number: 405

• Message text: WBS element with the internal number &1 cannot be converted

What causes this issue?

When the initial data set was generated, the WBS element with the
internal display should have been converted to the external display.
However, this conversion could not be made as the WBS element was not
found in the system.

System Response

It is not possible to export the selected dataset.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the corresponding WBS element was deleted or whether there
is another error.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI405 - WBS element with the internal number &1 cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message IWO_BAPI405 indicates that there is an issue with converting a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element with the internal number specified in the error message. This typically occurs when there is a problem with the WBS element's validity or its configuration in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid WBS Element: The WBS element may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Input: The input data provided to the BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) may be incorrect or not formatted properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the WBS element.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the WBS element, such as missing or incorrect master data.
  Project Status: The project associated with the WBS element may be in a status that does not allow certain operations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify WBS Element: Check if the WBS element exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CJ03 (Display WBS) to see if the WBS element is valid.
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the BAPI is correct and follows the required format. Validate the parameters being used.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the BAPI has the necessary authorizations to access the WBS element.
  Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the project and WBS data. You can use transaction CJEN to check for inconsistencies in project structures.
  Project Status Review: Check the status of the project associated with the WBS element. If the project is closed or in a status that restricts changes, you may need to change the status or consult with a project manager.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CJ01: Create WBS
  CJ02: Change WBS
  CJ03: Display WBS
  CJEN: Check Project Structure Consistency
  
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the expected input parameters and their formats.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.