How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL026 - Assign a decision maker to approval &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_APPROVAL - Development Projects: Approval Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Assign a decision maker to approval &1

What causes this issue?

You want to begin the approval &V1&, however you have not yet defined a
decision maker.

System Response

You cannot begin the approval &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Assign at least one decision maker to the approval first.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL026 - Assign a decision maker to approval &1 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL026, which states "Assign a decision maker to approval &1," 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 a decision maker (or approver) has not been assigned to a specific approval process for a project or project-related document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Decision Maker: The approval process requires a designated decision maker, and if none is assigned, the system will trigger this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the approval workflow in the system.
  User Role and Authorizations: The user attempting to initiate the approval may not have the necessary roles or authorizations to assign a decision maker.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Decision Maker:
  
  Navigate to the relevant project or document in SAP.
  Go to the approval section and assign a decision maker (this could be a user or a role that has the authority to approve).
  Ensure that the decision maker is properly set up in the system and has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the workflow settings for the approval process.
  Ensure that the decision maker assignment is correctly configured in the workflow.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate roles assigned to them to perform the action of assigning a decision maker.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the approval process and decision maker assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to project approvals in your organization.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DPR_APPROVAL026 error and successfully assign a decision maker to the approval process.