How To Fix KD255 - WBS is neither a billing element nor an account assignment element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 255

• Message text: WBS is neither a billing element nor an account assignment element

What causes this issue?

WBS element &V1& is not indicated as either an account assignment
element or as a billing element in the master record.

System Response

The WBS element cannot be assigned to an account.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entries or add the missing indicator to the master record
for the WBS element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD255 - WBS is neither a billing element nor an account assignment element ?

  The SAP error message KD255 indicates that the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element you are trying to use is neither a billing element nor an account assignment element. This typically occurs in the context of project management and controlling when you are attempting to post costs or create billing documents related to a project.
  
  Cause:
  
  WBS Configuration: The WBS element may not be configured correctly in the system. It might not be set up as a billing element or may not have the necessary account assignment settings.
  Project Status: The project or WBS element may be in a status that does not allow billing or cost postings.
  Master Data Issues: The WBS element may not have been properly created or may be missing necessary master data.
  Incorrect Assignment: The transaction you are trying to execute may not be compatible with the WBS element you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check WBS Configuration:
  
  Go to the WBS element in the project