How To Fix SE285 - Overall value of work in & becomes to large

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Overall value of work in & becomes to large

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE285 - Overall value of work in & becomes to large ?

  The SAP error message SE285, which states "Overall value of work in & becomes too large," typically occurs in the context of project management or work breakdown structures (WBS) in SAP. This error indicates that the total value of work in a particular project or WBS element has exceeded the allowable limit set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error is often caused by the overall planned or actual costs, revenues, or values associated with a project or WBS element exceeding the predefined limits in the system.
  Configuration Settings: The limits for the overall value of work may be configured in the system settings, and if the project or WBS element is not properly set up to handle larger values, this error can occur.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or miscalculations in the project planning phase can lead to inflated values that exceed the limits.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the project or WBS element in the SAP system. Ensure that the limits for overall values are set appropriately to accommodate the expected values for your projects.
  Adjust Project Values: If the project values are indeed too high, consider adjusting the planned costs, revenues, or other related values to bring them within acceptable limits.
  Review Data Entries: Go through the data entries related to the project or WBS element to identify any errors or discrepancies that may have led to inflated values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to adjust limits or handle this error in your version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to review and modify project details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or updates that address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to project values and configurations in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SE285 error and implement a solution to resolve it.