How To Fix /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR317 - Element &1 and its right &2 have different parents in WBS hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR -

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Element &1 and its right &2 have different parents in WBS hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR317 - Element &1 and its right &2 have different parents in WBS hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR317 indicates that there is a mismatch in the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) hierarchy during a migration process. Specifically, the error states that the element identified by &1 and its associated right identified by &2 have different parent nodes in the WBS hierarchy. This typically occurs when the system is trying to establish a relationship between two elements that are not aligned correctly in the hierarchy.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the two elements (the one being migrated and its associated right) are not under the same parent node in the WBS hierarchy. This can happen if the structure of the WBS has been altered or if there are inconsistencies in the data being migrated.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the source system, where the relationships between elements are not correctly defined.
  Incorrect Mapping: During the migration process, if the mapping of elements is not done correctly, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check WBS Hierarchy: Review the WBS hierarchy in the SAP system to ensure that both elements (&1 and &2) are indeed under the same parent. You can do this by navigating to the WBS structure in the project management module.
  Correct Data Mapping: If you are using a migration tool or process, ensure that the mapping of the elements is correct. You may need to adjust the mapping to ensure that both elements are aligned under the same parent.
  Data Cleanup: If there are inconsistencies in the data, you may need to clean up the data in the source system before migration. This could involve correcting the parent-child relationships in the WBS.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or migration guides specific to your version of SAP S/4HANA for any additional steps or considerations that may be relevant to your migration scenario.
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test migration to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving WBS hierarchy issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to WBS management, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display WBS Element), to help you analyze the hierarchy.
  Migration Tools: If you are using SAP's migration tools (like the Migration Cockpit), ensure that you are following the recommended procedures and best practices for data migration.
  
  By addressing the hierarchy mismatch and ensuring that the data is correctly structured, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete the migration process.