How To Fix PSB_MD_BO_MSGCL004 - Conflict in ID determination; creation or change of project failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSB_MD_BO_MSGCL -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Conflict in ID determination; creation or change of project failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSB_MD_BO_MSGCL004 - Conflict in ID determination; creation or change of project failed ?

  The SAP error message PSB_MD_BO_MSGCL004 indicates a conflict in ID determination during the creation or change of a project. This error typically arises in the context of Project System (PS) module when there are issues with the assignment of IDs for project elements, such as WBS elements or networks.
  Causes:
  
  ID Range Issues: The ID range for project elements may be exhausted or not properly configured.
  Duplicate IDs: There may be an attempt to create a project with an ID that already exists in the system.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration settings for project ID determination may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or change the project.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like project profiles or status) may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check ID Ranges:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO and check the ID range for the relevant object (e.g., WBS elements).
  Ensure that the ID range is correctly defined and not exhausted.
  
  
  
  Verify Project IDs:
  
  Ensure that the project ID you are trying to create or change does not already exist in the system.
  If it does exist, consider using a different ID or modifying the existing project.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for project ID determination in the Project System settings.
  Ensure that the project profiles and other related settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or change projects in the system.
  If not, consult with your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Master Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that all required master data is available and correctly set up.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the project profiles or related settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ01 (Create Project), CJ02 (Change Project), and CJ03 (Display Project).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Project System configuration and ID determination.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the situation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.