How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL054 - Approval has now been granted or rejected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_APPROVAL - Development Projects: Approval Messages

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Approval has now been granted or rejected

What causes this issue?

You have opened your individual approval in display mode. Meanwhile, the
approval has already been granted or rejected in a different session.
Therefore, the existing individual approval is out-of-date and can no
longer be changed.

System Response

The individual approval remains in display mode.

How to fix this error?

Exit the individual approval.

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_APPROVAL054 - Approval has now been granted or rejected ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL054 indicates that an approval process in the SAP system has reached a conclusion, either by being granted or rejected. This message typically arises in the context of project management or project-related workflows, particularly in the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Approval Process Completion: The message signifies that the approval workflow for a specific project or task has been completed. This could be due to:
  
  A user has approved or rejected a project or task.
  The approval was automatically processed based on predefined rules or conditions.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow may be configured to automatically conclude after a certain condition is met, leading to this message being displayed.
  
  
  User Action: A user may have manually approved or rejected the request, triggering this message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Approval Status: Review the status of the project or task in question to understand whether it was approved or rejected. This can usually be done through the project management interface in SAP.
  
  
  Review Workflow Logs: If you have access, check the workflow logs to see the details of the approval process. This can provide insights into who approved or rejected the request and any comments that were made.
  
  
  Communicate with Stakeholders: If the approval was unexpected, communicate with the relevant stakeholders to understand the reasoning behind the decision.
  
  
  Reinitiate Approval Process: If the project or task was rejected and you believe it should be approved, you may need to address the concerns raised during the approval process and resubmit it for approval.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling approval processes in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Check SAP's support portal for any notes or articles related to the DPR_APPROVAL054 message for additional context or known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users involved in the approval process have the appropriate roles and permissions to perform their tasks.
  Training and Best Practices: Consider providing training for users involved in the approval process to ensure they understand the workflow and the implications of their decisions.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored guidance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.