How To Fix /PICM/UI020 - Project object &1 does not belong to project &2; enter a valid object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Project object &1 does not belong to project &2; enter a valid object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI020 - Project object &1 does not belong to project &2; enter a valid object ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI020 Project object &1 does not belong to project &2; enter a valid object typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when working with project structures and objects. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Object Reference: The error indicates that the project object you are trying to reference (denoted as &1) does not belong to the specified project (denoted as &2). This can happen if:
  
  The object was created under a different project.
  There was a typographical error in the object ID.
  The object has been deleted or archived.
  The project structure has been modified, and the object is no longer valid for the specified project.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified project object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Object and Project IDs:
  
  Double-check the IDs of both the project object and the project to ensure they are correct.
  Ensure that the project object you are trying to use is indeed part of the specified project.
  
  
  
  Check Project Structure:
  
  Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to review the project structure and confirm that the object is correctly assigned to the project.
  If the object is not part of the project, you may need to add it or select the correct object that belongs to the project.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the project and its objects. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for project management in your organization to ensure compliance with project structure rules.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to project management, such as:
  
  CJ20N - Project Builder
  CJ01 - Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  CJ02 - Change WBS
  CJ03 - Display WBS
  
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on project management and error handling.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that you are working with valid project objects within the correct project context.