How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL019 - You cannot assign the resource as a decision maker

DPR_APPROVAL019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_APPROVAL - Development Projects: Approval Messages

• Message number: 019

• Message text: You cannot assign the resource as a decision maker

What causes this issue?

You have not maintained the user name for the selected resource.

System Response

The system allows only those resources whose user names have been
maintained. Otherwise you cannot assign a individual approval and a
digital signature to them.

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
Select a resource that has been maintained completely.
Select a different role.
Complete the resource you selected.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL019 - You cannot assign the resource as a decision maker ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL019 indicates that you cannot assign a specific resource as a decision maker in the context of project management or project approval processes. This error typically arises in the SAP Project Management (DPR - Dynamic Project Management) module when there are restrictions or conditions that prevent a user from being designated as a decision maker.
  Causes:
  
  Role Restrictions: The user may not have the necessary roles or authorizations to be assigned as a decision maker. This could be due to missing authorizations in the user profile.
  Resource Status: The resource you are trying to assign may not be in an active status or may not be eligible for decision-making roles.
  Project Settings: The project settings may restrict certain users from being assigned as decision makers based on predefined criteria.
  Organizational Structure: The organizational structure may not allow the assignment of certain resources as decision makers due to hierarchy or reporting lines.
  Configuration