How To Fix /SMB/Q2P115 - Specify either a project ID or a project type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/Q2P -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Specify either a project ID or a project type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/Q2P115 - Specify either a project ID or a project type ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/Q2P115 Specify either a project ID or a project type typically occurs in the context of project management or project-related transactions within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires either a project ID or a project type to proceed with the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user did not provide a project ID or project type in the relevant fields when trying to execute a transaction or report.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the project types or IDs that are expected.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access certain project IDs or types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Provide Required Information:
  
  Ensure that you enter either a valid project ID or a project type in the relevant fields before executing the transaction.
  Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the project types and IDs are correctly set up in the system.
  Ensure that the project types are defined in the system and are active.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  If you suspect that the issue may be related to user permissions, check with your SAP security administrator to ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the project data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction you are trying to execute. This may provide additional context or requirements for the input fields.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to project management, such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering project information in the system to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your project-related tasks in SAP.