How To Fix VPK1005 - Item &1 cannot be processed( use Project Services apps. )

VPK1005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VPK1 - SPC Processor Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Item &1 cannot be processed( use Project Services apps. )

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VPK1005 - Details

• The SAP error message:
  VPK1005: Item &1 cannot be processed (use Project Services apps.)
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to process or post an item in a logistics or sales document that is linked to a project system (PS) element, but the system expects you to handle this item through the Project System (PS) or Project Services applications instead of the standard logistics or sales processing transactions.
  In other words, the item is assigned to a project-related account assignment or has project-specific characteristics that require processing via Project System tools/apps, not through the usual sales or logistics transaction.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The item is linked to a project (e.g., WBS element, network, or project-related order).
  The standard processing transaction does not support direct processing of project-related items.
  SAP enforces the use of Project System (PS) or Project Services applications to ensure proper handling of project-related postings, budgeting, and controlling.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use Project Services Apps:
  
  Instead of processing the item in the