How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL037 - Grant the user &1 write authorization for the phase &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_APPROVAL - Development Projects: Approval Messages

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Grant the user &1 write authorization for the phase &2

What causes this issue?

You assigned the user &V1& as the decision maker for the approval of the
phase &V2&. However the user &V1& does not have the required
authorizations to process individual approvals.

System Response

The system allows you to assign only users with the required
authorizations.

How to fix this error?

Grant the user &V1& write authorization for the phase &V2& or assign the
individual approval to a different decision maker.

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_APPROVAL037 - Grant the user &1 write authorization for the phase &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL037 indicates that a user does not have the necessary write authorization for a specific phase in the project management module, particularly in the context of project approvals. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires higher-level permissions than they currently possess.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The user is trying to approve or modify a project phase for which they lack the required write authorization.
  The authorization object related to project management (such as C_PRJ_MGT) does not include the necessary permissions for the specified phase.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 to display the user profile.
  Review the roles assigned to the user and check if they include the necessary authorizations for the project phase in question.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorization, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary permissions.
  Use transaction code PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Write Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has write authorization for the specific project phase. This can be done by including the relevant authorization objects in the user's role.
  The authorization object C_PRJ_MGT should be checked for the appropriate activity (e.g., 02 for change).
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the action that previously resulted in the error to confirm that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects in SAP Project Management, particularly those related to project phases and approvals.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and project management functionalities.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DPR_APPROVAL037 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform their tasks.