How To Fix DPR_BAPI066 - Names were not determined

DPR_BAPI066 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Names were not determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_BAPI066 - Names were not determined ?

  The SAP error message DPR_BAPI066, which states "Names were not determined," typically occurs in the context of Project Management or Project System modules when there is an issue with the identification of names for certain entities, such as projects, tasks, or resources. This error can arise due to various reasons, including missing data, incorrect configurations, or issues with the underlying BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) being used.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The required data for determining names (like project definitions, task details, or resource assignments) may not be available or correctly maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the project management settings that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary names.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data required for name determination.
  BAPI Issues: The BAPI being called may not be set up correctly or may not be receiving the correct parameters.
  
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