How To Fix DPR_BAPI021 - Authorization activity &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_BAPI - Messages for BAPIs in Project Management

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Authorization activity &1 is invalid

What causes this issue?

You have used authorization activity &V1& in the BAPI
interface, but it is invalid.
You can choose from the following authorization activities:
AUTH_ACT_DELETE: Delete authorization
AUTH_ACT_NONE: No authorization
AUTH_ACT_READ: Grant read authorization
AUTH_ACT_WRITE: Grant write authorization
AUTH_ACT_ADMIN: Grant administration authorization
AUTH_ACT_EVALUATE: Grant authorization for evaluation
AUTH_ACT_ACCOUNTING: Grant authorization for accounting
AUTH_ACT_RESOURCES: Grant authorization for resource management

System Response

The system does not accept authorization activity &V1& and terminates
the BAPI.

How to fix this error?

Use a valid authorization activity.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_BAPI021 - Authorization activity &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message DPR_BAPI021, which states "Authorization activity &1 is invalid," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Project Management (PS) or Project System (DPR) module. This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to perform a specific activity related to project management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user does not have the required authorization for the specific activity indicated by the error message.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned the correct roles or profiles that include the necessary authorizations.
  Authorization Object Issues: The authorization objects related to project management activities may not be properly configured or assigned to the user.
  Activity Code Issues: The activity code referenced in the error message may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles/Profiles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the project management activities.
  Ensure that the authorization objects related to project management (e.g., C_PROJ, C_PROJ_ACT, etc.) are included in the role.
  
  
  
  Validate Activity Code:
  
  Check if the activity code referenced in the error message is valid and exists in the system. If it is not valid, you may need to correct the input or configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes to roles or profiles, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to resolve the authorization issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Test the functionality again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for project management in SAP, as these will be crucial for troubleshooting and resolving authorization issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the DPR_BAPI021 error or provide additional guidance on authorization management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations to better understand how to manage and assign them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.