How To Fix PFM_01CA073 - Criterion code & not valid for company & of WBS element &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_01CA - Generic messages for developments

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Criterion code & not valid for company & of WBS element &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_01CA073 - Criterion code & not valid for company & of WBS element & ?

  The SAP error message PFM_01CA073 indicates that there is an issue with a criterion code that is not valid for a specific company code and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element. This error typically arises in the context of project management and financial accounting within SAP, particularly when dealing with project-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Criterion Code: The criterion code specified in the transaction does not exist or is not valid for the specified company code.
  WBS Element Configuration: The WBS element may not be properly configured to accept the specified criterion code.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may not have the necessary settings or configurations to support the criterion code being used.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the WBS element or the criterion code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Criterion Code: Verify that the criterion code you are using is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant SAP module.
  Review WBS Element: Ensure that the WBS element is correctly set up and that it is associated with the appropriate project and company code. Check if the WBS element is active and properly configured.
  Company Code Configuration: Review the settings for the company code to ensure that it supports the criterion code. This may involve checking the configuration in the Project System (PS) module.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the specific requirements for the criterion code and its relationship with the WBS element and company code.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights based on system logs or additional configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to project management and financial accounting, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure).
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the Project System (PS) module, particularly those related to criterion codes and WBS elements.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.