How To Fix DPR_API016 - &1 '&2' in version '&3' is already marked for creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_API - Messages for APIs in Project Management

• Message number: 016

• Message text: &1 '&2' in version '&3' is already marked for creation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_API016 - &1 '&2' in version '&3' is already marked for creation ?

  The SAP error message DPR_API016 typically indicates that there is an attempt to create a project or a project-related object that has already been marked for creation in the system. This can occur in the context of SAP Project Management (DPR - Dynamic Project Management) when there are duplicate requests to create the same project or object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Creation Request: The most common cause is that a project or project-related object is already in the process of being created, and a second request is being made for the same object.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, if a user has multiple sessions open or if there is a delay in processing, it may appear that the object is not created when it actually is.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or application state that lead to the system believing that the object is still pending creation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Objects: Before attempting to create