How To Fix PSS4_MSG130 - &1 - Functional Area is not editable for this project profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSS4_MSG - Message class for simplified Projects

• Message number: 130

• Message text: &1 - Functional Area is not editable for this project profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSS4_MSG130 - &1 - Functional Area is not editable for this project profile ?

  The SAP error message PSS4_MSG130 indicates that the functional area is not editable for the specified project profile. This typically occurs in the context of project management or controlling within SAP, particularly when dealing with project definitions or structures.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Project Profile Settings: The project profile assigned to the project may have settings that restrict changes to the functional area. This is often a configuration setting that prevents modifications to certain fields after the project has been created.
  
  
  Project Status: The status of the project may not allow changes to the functional area. For example, if the project is already in a certain status (like "completed" or "closed"), modifications may be restricted.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the functional area for the project profile.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the project profile configuration in SAP (transaction code OPRJ or similar).
  Review the settings for the project profile to see if the functional area is set as non-editable. If it is, you may need to change the configuration or create a new project profile that allows editing.
  
  
  
  Review Project Status:
  
  Check the status of the project. If the project is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change the status to one that permits editing (if applicable).
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to project profiles and functional areas for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), OPRJ (Project Profile), and CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the implications of project profiles and the functional area settings to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.