How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL012 - The decision maker for the individual approval does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_APPROVAL - Development Projects: Approval Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The decision maker for the individual approval does not exist

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check whether the system deleted the corresponding entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL012 - The decision maker for the individual approval does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL012 indicates that there is an issue with the decision maker for an individual approval in the SAP system, specifically within the context of project management or project-related workflows. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid decision maker for the approval process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Decision Maker: The decision maker assigned to the approval process does not exist in the system. This could be due to the user being deleted, not being properly assigned, or not having the necessary roles or authorizations.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the approval process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to identify a valid decision maker.
  User Status: The user assigned as the decision maker may be inactive or not have the necessary permissions to perform the approval.
  Organizational Structure Changes: Changes in the organizational structure (like reassignments or department changes) may lead to the decision maker being no longer valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Decision Maker Assignment: Verify that the decision maker is correctly assigned in the approval process. You can do this by checking the project or approval settings in the SAP system.
  User Existence: Ensure that the user ID of the decision maker exists in the system. You can check this in the user management section (transaction code SU01).
  User Status: Confirm that the decision maker's user account is active and has the necessary roles and authorizations to participate in the approval process.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the approval process to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the workflow settings or the project management settings.
  Organizational Structure: If there have been recent changes in the organizational structure, ensure that the decision maker is still valid and properly assigned according to the new structure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), or SWDD (Workflow Builder) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  Authorization Checks: Ensure that the decision maker has the necessary authorizations to approve items in the project management module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, test the approval process to ensure that the error is resolved and that the decision maker can successfully approve items.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.