How To Fix VF155 - Revenue of leading WBS element &1 determined by substitution from &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Revenue of leading WBS element &1 determined by substitution from &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF155 - Revenue of leading WBS element &1 determined by substitution from &2. ?

  The SAP error message VF155 indicates that the revenue for the leading Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element is being determined by substitution from another WBS element. This typically occurs in the context of billing and revenue recognition in project systems.
  Cause:
  
  Substitution Rules: The error is often triggered by the configuration of substitution rules in the system. These rules dictate how revenue is recognized and can lead to situations where the revenue for a leading WBS element is derived from another WBS element.
  WBS Element Configuration: The leading WBS element may not have its own revenue data, or it may be configured to pull revenue from another WBS element.
  Project Structure: The project structure may not be set up correctly, leading to confusion in revenue assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Substitution Rules: Review the substitution rules in the system to ensure they are set up correctly. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBBH for substitution rules).
  Review WBS Element Settings: Check the settings of the leading WBS element and the WBS element from which it is pulling revenue. Ensure that the revenue data is correctly assigned and that the leading WBS element is configured to recognize its own revenue.
  Adjust Project Structure: If necessary, adjust the project structure to ensure that the leading WBS element is correctly linked to its revenue sources.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling revenue recognition and substitution rules.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ02 (Change WBS Element), and OBBH (Substitution).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the revenue is now being recognized correctly for the leading WBS element.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.