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How to Convert a PWA Project to Project for the Web for Teams
Question details
The user wants to display PWA projects in Microsoft Teams with full integration tabs (Boards, Grid, Chart, and People) instead of just the default Gantt chart.
- Product
- Microsoft Project
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Sharing a project created in Project Online or PWA through Microsoft Teams to manage tasks and collaborate with a team.
- Observed behavior
- PWA projects shared in Teams only display a Gantt chart. Importing an MPP file to Project for the Web removes allocated resources and still retains the restrictive PWA classification.
Ensure you have the necessary administrative permissions in Microsoft Project and Teams before attempting to export project files or add new integration tabs.
Use Microsoft Planner as a Teams Alternative
Since full Teams integration tabs are currently restricted for PWA projects, Microsoft Planner can serve as an alternative collaboration tool within your Teams channels.
Microsoft Project Online (PWA) currently lacks the native architecture to support the expanded Board, Grid, and People tabs found in Project for the Web when integrated with Microsoft Teams. Using Planner provides a native Teams experience for Kanban-style task management.
Navigate to the specific team and channel where you want to manage your project tasks.
Click the '+' icon at the top of the channel to add a new tab.
Search for and select 'Tasks by Planner and To Do', then choose to create a new plan to manually mirror your project milestones.
Export PWA as MPP and Import to Project for the Web
Exporting your PWA project to an MPP file and importing it into Project for the Web is a potential workaround to access better visual tabs.
Manage Project Timelines Easily with WPS Office
If Microsoft Project's rigid integrations are slowing down your team collaboration, consider switching to WPS Spreadsheet. It offers flexible, highly customizable Gantt chart templates that can be easily shared with your team without complex server configurations.
- 1. Open WPS Spreadsheet: Launch WPS Office and open a new Spreadsheet document.
- 2. Find a Project Template: Click on the 'Templates' tab and search for 'Gantt Chart' or 'Project Tracker'.
- 3. Customize and Share: Apply your chosen template, enter your task data, and use the 'Share' button to collaborate with your team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn't my PWA project show Boards and Chart tabs in Teams?
Project Web App (Project Online) projects currently only support the basic Gantt chart view when embedded in Microsoft Teams. The expanded Tabs (Boards, Grid, Charts, People) are exclusively designed for projects built natively in the newer Project for the Web platform.
Can I directly convert a PWA project to Project for the Web?
There is no direct, one-click conversion tool available. You must export the PWA project to a local .mpp file and import it into Project for the Web, which often results in a loss of resource assignments and specific PWA metadata.
Will Microsoft add full Teams integration for PWA projects?
Microsoft has not announced plans to bring the newer Project for the Web tabs to legacy PWA projects. Users are encouraged to submit feature requests through the Microsoft 365 feedback portal to make their needs known to the product team.
