How To Fix KI141 - Activate projects in controlling area &1 in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Activate projects in controlling area &1 in &2

What causes this issue?

You have assigned to a WBS element or a network, although the "Project"
indicator has not been set in controlling area &V1& in fiscal year &V2&.

System Response

As the "Project" indicator has not been set, you cannot execute a check
or a consistent data update in Controlling. The WBS element or network
you have entered can be used as a true account assignment object, but
will not be updated. If you also post to a cost center, this will only
be debited statistically.

How to fix this error?

If the limitations detailed under system activities do not present a
problem for you, you can ignore this error message.
To do this, see the Implementation Guide (IMG) "Controlling General"
under workstep <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK3OBA5>"Change Message Control"</>
(message class "KI", message number "141").
If you are using the fields "WBS element" or "Network" to archive your
own information for a posting in the SAP system, you should make use of
the enhancement to the account assignment block, which offers you
user-defined fields.
See the IMG "Special Ledger" under <DS:SIMG.SIMG_XXAK_OXK3>"Maintain
account assignment block"</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI141 - Activate projects in controlling area &1 in &2 ?

  The SAP error message KI141, which states "Activate projects in controlling area &1 in &2," typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) and Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that a project is not activated in the specified controlling area, which is necessary for the project to be processed correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Project Not Activated: The project you are trying to work with has not been activated in the specified controlling area.
  Controlling Area Configuration: The controlling area may not be properly configured to allow project activation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate projects in the specified controlling area.
  Project Status: The project may be in a status that does not allow activation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Project:
  
  Go to the Project Builder (transaction code CJ20N).
  Select the project in question.
  Check the project status and ensure it is set to allow activation.
  Activate the project in the specified controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is correctly set up in the system.
  Verify that the project is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate projects in the controlling area.
  Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Review Project Status:
  
  Check if the project is in a status that allows activation. If it is in a locked or inactive status, you may need to change it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on activating projects and managing controlling areas.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CJ20N - Project Builder
  CJ01 - Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  CJ02 - Change Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  CJ03 - Display Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KI141 error and successfully activate your project in the specified controlling area.