How To Fix DPR_APPROVAL055 - Individual 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: 055

• Message text: Individual approval has now been granted or rejected

What causes this issue?

You have opened your individual approval in display mode. Meanwhile,
this individual approval has already been granted or rejected in another
session. Therefore, processing for
the existing individual approval is closed
and it 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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL055 - Individual approval has now been granted or rejected ?

  The SAP error message DPR_APPROVAL055 indicates that an individual approval for a project or task has either been granted or rejected. This message typically arises in the context of project management and approval workflows within SAP, particularly in the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Approval Workflow Status: The error message is triggered when an approval request has been processed, and the status has changed to either "approved" or "rejected." This means that the action you are trying to perform is no longer valid because the approval status has already been determined.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the approval after it has been granted or rejected.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the approval workflow that dictate how approvals are handled, which could lead to this message if not properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify the current status of the approval in the system. If it has already been approved or rejected, you will need to proceed based on that status.
  Review Workflow Logs: Look into the workflow logs to understand the history of the approval process. This can provide insights into why the approval was granted or rejected.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to make changes has the appropriate permissions to do so. If not, consult with your SAP administrator to adjust permissions.
  Reinitiate Approval Process: If the approval needs to be changed (e.g., from rejected to approved), you may need to reinitiate the approval process, depending on your organization's policies and the system's configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling approval workflows to ensure compliance with established procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on handling approval workflows.
  Training and Support: If you are unfamiliar with the approval process in SAP, consider seeking training or support from your SAP team or consulting resources.
  System Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the approval workflow in your SAP system to ensure they align with your organization's requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.