How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL025 - You cannot begin approval &1 without an approval document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_APPROVAL - Development Projects: Approval Messages

• Message number: 025

• Message text: You cannot begin approval &1 without an approval document

What causes this issue?

The approval document for approval &V1& could not be created.

System Response

The system cannot begin the approval.

How to fix this error?

Check in Customizing for Project Management whether a print form for the
approval document has been assigned to the project type of your project,
by choosing <LS>Activate Forms per Project Type</>. The print form must
be active.
Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the print form you are using.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL025 - You cannot begin approval &1 without an approval document ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL025 indicates that you are trying to initiate an approval process for a project or document, but there is no associated approval document available. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when the system expects an approval document to be present before proceeding with the approval workflow.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Approval Document: The primary cause of this error is that the approval document has not been created or is not linked to the project or task you are trying to approve.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the approval workflow, leading to the system not recognizing the approval document.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or create the approval document.
  System Errors: There could be a temporary system issue or inconsistency in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Create an Approval Document: Ensure that an approval document is created for the project or task you are trying to approve. This can usually be done through the project management interface in SAP.
  Check Document Linkage: Verify that the approval document is correctly linked to the project or task. You may need to navigate to the project details and check the associated documents.
  Review Workflow Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration of the approval workflow to ensure it is set up correctly. This may require assistance from a system administrator or SAP consultant.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and create approval documents. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust your user roles.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases patches and updates that can resolve known issues.
  System Restart: If the issue persists, consider restarting the SAP system or the relevant application server, as this can sometimes resolve temporary inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CProjects (for PPM) to manage projects and approval documents.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing approval processes within your specific SAP module.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the DPR_APPROVAL025 error and successfully initiate the approval process.