How To Fix CTSPRJ083 - &1 has already been released; changes only possible in predecessor

CTSPRJ083 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTSPRJ - CTS: Projects

• Message number: 083

• Message text: &1 has already been released; changes only possible in predecessor

What causes this issue?

Request &V1& has already been released. The information stating which
requests must be imported before the request &V1& was exported with
&V1& and can no longer be changed.
The information about successor relationships involving request &V1&
can be changed, as long as these requests are not released.

System Response

Nothing is deleted.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CTSPRJ083 - Details

• The SAP error message CTSPRJ083 indicates that a project (or a project element) has already been released, and any changes to it can only be made in its predecessor. This typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when using the Project System (PS) module.
  
  Cause:
  
  Project Release Status: The project or project element has been released, meaning it is in a state where changes are restricted to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Predecessor Dependency: The system enforces that changes can only be made to the predecessor project or project element, which is likely still in a draft or editable state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Project Status: Verify the status of the project or project element. If it is released, you will need to revert it to a non-released state if changes are necessary.
  Unrelease the Project: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unrelease the project. This is typically done through the transaction