How To Fix /SAPPCE/JVAM1041 - Enter either the cost center or the WBS element, not both

/SAPPCE/JVAM1041 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/JVAM1 -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Enter either the cost center or the WBS element, not both

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/JVAM1041 - Enter either the cost center or the WBS element, not both ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/JVAM1041 indicates that when entering data in a transaction related to project accounting or cost management, the system requires you to specify either a cost center or a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element, but not both at the same time. This is a validation rule in SAP to ensure that the data entered is consistent and adheres to the business logic defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when both a cost center and a WBS element are entered in the same transaction or screen. This is typically seen in transactions related to project accounting, where the system expects a clear distinction between costs that are allocated to a project (WBS element) and those that are allocated to a department or cost center.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review Your Input: Check the fields where you have entered the cost center and WBS element. Ensure that you only