How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL033 - You cannot delete individual approvals anymore

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_APPROVAL - Development Projects: Approval Messages

• Message number: 033

• Message text: You cannot delete individual approvals anymore

What causes this issue?

Once a decision has been made for an individual approval you cannot
delete the individual approval.

System Response

The system does not delete the individual approval.

How to fix this error?

Cancel the approval, if required.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL033 - You cannot delete individual approvals anymore ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL033, which states "You cannot delete individual approvals anymore," 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 system has reached a state where individual approvals cannot be deleted, often due to the approval status or the configuration of the project.
  Causes:
  
  Approval Status: The approval process may have progressed to a stage where individual approvals are locked or finalized. Once an approval is confirmed, it may not be possible to delete it.
  Project Configuration: The project or approval process may be configured to prevent the deletion of approvals after a certain point in the workflow.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete approvals, leading to this error.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or business rules may restrict the deletion of approvals to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Approval Status: Review the status of the approvals in the project. If the approval is finalized, you may need to follow the proper process to reverse or amend the approval rather than deleting it.
  Consult Project Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the project or approval process. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or project manager to understand the rules governing approval deletions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to delete approvals. If not, contact your system administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  Use Alternative Methods: If deletion is not possible, consider using alternative methods to manage approvals, such as marking them as inactive or creating a new version of the project that reflects the desired changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling approvals in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Support: If this error is a recurring issue, consider additional training for users involved in the approval process to ensure they understand the implications of approval management in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.