How To Fix KJ121 - WBS element & is neither an external nor an internal billing element

KJ121 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KJ - Cost Object Controlling for Make-to-Order Production

• Message number: 121

• Message text: WBS element & is neither an external nor an internal billing element

What causes this issue?

Results analysis can only be carried out for WBS elements that are
flagged as <DS:GLOS.billing_element>billing elements</>. Costs and
revenue that were entered for other WBS elements are summarized in
results analysis and valuated at the level of the billing element.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a WBS element that is flagged as a billing element.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ121 - WBS element & is neither an external nor an internal billing element ?

  The SAP error message KJ121 indicates that the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element you are trying to use is neither recognized as an external billing element nor as an internal billing element. This typically occurs in the context of project management and billing processes within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  WBS Element Configuration: The WBS element may not be properly configured in the system. It might not be set up to allow billing or may not be assigned to the correct project structure.
  Billing Type: The billing type associated with the WBS element may not be defined correctly, or the WBS element may not be linked to a billing plan.
  Project Status: The project or WBS element may be in a status that does not allow billing (e.g., not released).
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the WBS element, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check WBS Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the WBS