How To Fix V2155 - Activity not allowed, since the assigned WBS element no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V2 - Kopierfunktionen der Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Activity not allowed, since the assigned WBS element no longer exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V2155 - Activity not allowed, since the assigned WBS element no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message V2155, which states "Activity not allowed, since the assigned WBS element no longer exists," typically occurs in the context of project management and cost accounting within SAP. This error indicates that the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element associated with a particular activity or transaction is no longer valid or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted WBS Element: The most common cause is that the WBS element has been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The activity or transaction may be incorrectly assigned to a WBS element that does not exist in the current project structure.
  Project Status: The project status may have changed, affecting the validity of the WBS elements.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the WBS element.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check WBS Element: Verify if the WBS element exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Project System (PS) module and checking the WBS structure.
  
  Use transaction code CJ20N or CJ03 to view the WBS elements.
  
  
  
  Reassign Activities: If the WBS element has been deleted, you may need to reassign the activities or transactions to a valid WBS element.
  
  Use transaction code CJ02 to change the assignment of the activity to a valid WBS element.
  
  
  
  Restore WBS Element: If the WBS element was deleted by mistake, you may need to restore it if possible. This may involve recreating the WBS element and reassigning any related activities.
  
  
  Check Project Status: Ensure that the project is in a status that allows for changes. If the project is closed or archived, you may need to reopen it or create a new project.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the WBS elements. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ03 (Display WBS), and CJ02 (Change WBS).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Project System (PS) for best practices in managing WBS elements and project activities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the V2155 error and ensure that your project activities are correctly linked to valid WBS elements.