How To Fix PSS4_MSG205 - You cannot save project; Check billing element flag in project hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSS4_MSG - Message class for simplified Projects

• Message number: 205

• Message text: You cannot save project; Check billing element flag in project hierarchy

What causes this issue?

You have set the billing element flag for a work package to which one of
the following statements applies:
The work package is part of the subtree of another billing element.
Its subtree contains another billing element.
However, a billing element cannot have another billing element in its
subtree.

System Response

The system does not save the project.

How to fix this error?

In the <LS>Project Planning</> app, find the billing element that
contains another billing element in its subtree.
Deselect the <LS>Billing Element</> flag in one of the two work
packages.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSS4_MSG205 - You cannot save project; Check billing element flag in project hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message PSS4_MSG205 indicates that you cannot save a project because there is an issue with the billing element flag in the project hierarchy. This typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with projects that involve billing or financial tracking.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Billing Element Flag Not Set: The project or one of its components does not have the billing element flag set correctly. This flag is essential for determining whether a project or WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) element can be billed.
  Hierarchy Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the project hierarchy, such as a parent project or WBS element that is not properly configured to allow billing.
  Project Status: The project may be in a status that does not allow for changes or saving, such as being locked or in a closed state.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Billing Element Flag:
  
  Navigate to the project or WBS element in question.
  Verify that the billing element flag is set correctly. This can usually be done in the project definition or WBS element settings.
  If the flag is not set, enable it to allow billing.
  
  
  
  Review Project Hierarchy:
  
  Check the entire project hierarchy to ensure that all parent and child elements are correctly configured.
  Make sure that all relevant WBS elements have the billing flag set if they are intended to be billed.
  
  
  
  Project Status:
  
  Ensure that the project is in a status that allows for changes. If the project is locked or in a closed status, you may need to unlock it or change its status to make modifications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to set the billing element flag and manage project hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to access and modify project details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the project settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PSS4_MSG205 error and successfully save your project.