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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VPK1005 - Item &1 cannot be processed( use Project Services apps. ) ?

  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 standard sales or logistics transaction, use the appropriate Project System or Project Services application.
  For example, use apps or transactions like:
  
  CJ20N (Project Builder)
  CJ88 (Settlement of WBS elements)
  CJI3 (Project Actual Cost Line Items)
  Project Services Fiori apps if you are on SAP S/4HANA
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Account Assignment:
  
  Verify the account assignment category of the item.
  If it is assigned to a project element (WBS, network), ensure that the processing is done via PS.
  
  
  
  Adjust Process Flow:
  
  If the business process requires processing the item in logistics or sales, reconsider the account assignment or project integration.
  Possibly remove the project assignment if it is not required.
  
  
  
  Consult Project System Team:
  
  Coordinate with the PS or controlling team to understand the correct process for handling project-related items.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is common in scenarios where logistics or sales documents are integrated with Project System.
  It ensures data consistency and proper project cost tracking.
  The message is part of SAP's validation to prevent incorrect postings that could affect project accounting.
  Refer to SAP Note or documentation related to integration between SD/MM and PS modules.
  In SAP S/4HANA, Project Services apps provide enhanced capabilities for project-related processing.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Item linked to project system element; standard processing not allowed for such items.
  
  
  Solution
  Process the item using Project Services apps or PS transactions (CJ20N, CJ88, etc.).
  
  
  Additional
  Check account assignment; coordinate with PS team; ensure correct process flow.
  
  
  
  
  If you need further help, please provide the transaction code and context where the error occurs.