How To Fix CVP_EOP_PS020 - Standard Project &1 contains blocked applicant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVP_EOP_PS - PS End of Purpose Check

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Standard Project &1 contains blocked applicant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVP_EOP_PS020 - Standard Project &1 contains blocked applicant ?

  The SAP error message CVP_EOP_PS020 indicates that a standard project contains a blocked applicant. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or related modules where applicants (such as employees or resources) are being assigned to a project, but one or more of these applicants are blocked from participating due to certain conditions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Blocked Status: The applicant (employee/resource) has been marked as blocked in the system. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  The employee is on leave or unavailable.
  The employee's status has been changed to inactive or blocked in the HR module.
  The employee has not been assigned the necessary roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Project Settings: The project itself may have settings that restrict certain applicants from being assigned.
  
  
  Organizational Restrictions: There may be organizational policies or restrictions that prevent certain applicants from being assigned to specific projects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Applicant Status:
  
  Navigate to the HR module or the relevant area where the applicant's status is maintained.
  Verify if the applicant is marked as blocked or inactive. If so, you may need to change their status to active or unblock them.
  
  
  
  Review Project Assignment:
  
  Check the project settings to ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the assignment of the applicant.
  Ensure that the project is set up correctly and that the applicant meets all necessary criteria for assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Project Management:
  
  If you are unsure why the applicant is blocked, consult with your HR department or project management team to understand the reason behind the block.
  They may provide insights into whether the block is temporary or if it requires further action.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the applicant has the necessary authorizations to be assigned to the project. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the system.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to check applicant status (e.g., PA20 for HR master data) or project details (e.g., CJ20N for project management).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing applicants and project assignments.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CVP_EOP_PS020 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.