How To Fix DPR_BAPI074 - Authorizations were determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Authorizations were determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_BAPI074 - Authorizations were determined ?

  The SAP error message DPR_BAPI074, which states "Authorizations were determined," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Project Management module, particularly when working with the Project System (PS) or the Project Management (DPR) functionalities. This error indicates that the system has determined that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform a specific action related to project management.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the action does not have the required authorizations assigned in their user profile. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations related to project management activities.
  Role Changes: Changes in user roles or authorizations that have not been updated or assigned correctly can lead to this error.
  Organizational Level Restrictions: The user may have the necessary authorizations at a general level but may lack specific authorizations at the organizational level (e.g., for a specific project or cost center).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insights into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If specific authorizations are missing, work with your SAP security team to assign the necessary roles or authorizations to the user.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles that include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Organizational Levels:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations at the organizational level for the specific project or cost center they are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test the action again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects related to project management, such as C_PROJ (Project Management) and C_PRC (Project Costing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user authorizations and roles to understand how to manage and troubleshoot authorization issues effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating authorizations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.