How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL014 - You cannot make the decision regarding the individual approval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_APPROVAL - Development Projects: Approval Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: You cannot make the decision regarding the individual approval

What causes this issue?

You cannot make a decision regarding the individual approval for one of
the following reasons:
The approval is being processed by another user.
The decision for the approval has already been made.
The status of a superior project element, for example, the phase,
forbids you to process the individual approval.

System Response

Try to process the individual approval at a later point in time, or
contact the person responsible for the project.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL014 - You cannot make the decision regarding the individual approval ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL014 ("You cannot make the decision regarding the individual approval") typically occurs in the context of project management and approval processes within SAP's Project System (PS) or Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) modules. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary permissions or that the approval process is not correctly set up for the specific approval request.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to make the decision may not have the required authorizations to approve or reject the individual approval request.
  Approval Workflow Issues: There may be issues with the workflow configuration that prevent the approval from being processed correctly.
  Status of the Approval Request: The approval request may be in a status that does not allow for further decisions (e.g., already approved or rejected).
  Incorrectly Configured Approval Process: The approval process may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to this error when trying to make a decision.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to approve or reject the request. This can be done by checking the user's role assignments in the SAP system.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the appropriate authorizations are granted.
  
  
  
  Review Approval Workflow:
  
  Check the configuration of the approval workflow to ensure it is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the workflow definitions and ensuring that all necessary steps are included.
  If there are issues with the workflow, it may need to be reconfigured or reactivated.
  
  
  
  Check Approval Request Status:
  
  Review the status of the approval request in question. If it has already been processed (approved or rejected), the system will not allow further decisions.
  If the request is in an unexpected status, investigate the workflow logs for any errors or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the approval process and any related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DPR (for Project Management) and SWI1 (for workflow monitoring) to help diagnose and resolve issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the approval process are adequately trained on the system and understand the approval workflow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.