How To Fix DPR_BAPI023 - Invalid authorization holder &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Invalid authorization holder &1

What causes this issue?

You have used authorization holder &V1& in the BAPI interface but it is
invalid.
You can choose from the following authorization holders:
AUTH_TYPE_USER: User
AUTH_TYPE_USER_GROUP: User group
AUTH_TYPE_ORGA_UNIT: Organizational unit
AUTH_TYPE_ROLE: Role

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use a valid authorization holder.

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_BAPI023 - Invalid authorization holder &1 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_BAPI023: Invalid authorization holder &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management (DPR - Dynamic Project Management) when there is an issue with the authorization holder specified in a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid authorization holder for the specified identifier.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Authorization Holder: The authorization holder specified in the BAPI call does not exist in the system or is incorrectly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the BAPI may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified authorization holder.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the authorization holder being deleted or not properly maintained in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for project management or the specific BAPI may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorization Holder: Verify that the authorization holder specified in the BAPI call exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project).
  Correct the Identifier: Ensure that the identifier for the authorization holder is correctly formatted and matches the expected format in the system.
  Review User Authorizations: Check the authorizations of the user executing the BAPI. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to access the specified authorization holder.
  Data Maintenance: If the authorization holder has been deleted or is not properly maintained, you may need to recreate or update it in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI being used to ensure that all required parameters are being passed correctly.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the BAPI call to identify where the error is occurring and what data is being passed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Refer to the SAP BAPI documentation for details on the specific BAPI you are using, including required parameters and expected formats.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for project management and authorization checks, such as SU53 (Display Authorization Check) to analyze authorization issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the BAPI or authorization holders that may address this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.