How To Fix PSS4_MSG194 - In a project, JVA must be active for all company codes or none

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSS4_MSG - Message class for simplified Projects

• Message number: 194

• Message text: In a project, JVA must be active for all company codes or none

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSS4_MSG194 - In a project, JVA must be active for all company codes or none ?

  The SAP error message PSS4_MSG194 indicates that in a project, Joint Venture Accounting (JVA) must be activated for all company codes involved in that project or for none at all. This is a common requirement in SAP systems when dealing with joint ventures, as the accounting treatment must be consistent across all entities participating in the project.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when there is an inconsistency in the configuration of JVA across the company codes. Specifically, it means that:
  
  Some company codes have JVA activated while others do not.
  The project is trying to include company codes with differing JVA settings, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the JVA settings are consistent across all company codes involved in the project. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check JVA Activation:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check the JVA activation status for each company code involved in the project.
  You can do this by navigating to the JVA configuration area in the SAP menu.
  
  
  
  Activate or Deactivate JVA:
  
  If JVA is required for the project, activate it for all company codes that are part of the project.
  If JVA is not needed, deactivate it for all company codes.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Ensure that all company codes that are part of the project have the same JVA settings. This means either all should have JVA activated or all should have it deactivated.
  
  
  
  Recheck Project Settings:
  
  After making the necessary changes, recheck the project settings to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  Once the changes are made, perform a test transaction to ensure that the project can be processed without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Joint Venture Accounting for detailed information on configuration and requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OJVA (for JVA configuration) and CJ20N (for project management) to navigate through the settings efficiently.
  Support: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in JVA.
  
  By ensuring that all company codes have a consistent JVA configuration, you should be able to resolve the PSS4_MSG194 error and proceed with your project.