How To Fix DPR_BAPI714 - System cannot reject approval because approval does not exist yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 714

• Message text: System cannot reject approval because approval does not exist yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_BAPI714 - System cannot reject approval because approval does not exist yet ?

  The SAP error message DPR_BAPI714 indicates that the system cannot reject an approval because the approval does not exist yet. This typically occurs in the context of project management or project-related workflows in SAP, particularly when dealing with approvals in the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM).
  Cause:
  
  
  No Existing Approval: The most straightforward cause is that there is no approval record in the system for the specific project or task you are trying to reject. This could happen if:
  
  The approval process has not been initiated.
  The approval was already rejected or completed.
  There was an error in the workflow that prevented the approval from being created.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Object Reference: The system may be referencing the wrong project or task ID, leading to the inability to find an associated approval.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or manage approvals, leading to confusion about the existence of an approval.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify if there is an existing approval for the project or task in question. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant project or task in the SAP GUI.
  Checking the approval history or status.
  
  
  
  Initiate Approval Process: If no approval exists, you may need to initiate the approval process before attempting to reject it. Ensure that all necessary steps are followed to create an approval.
  
  
  Verify Object Reference: Ensure that you are working with the correct project or task ID. Double-check the details to confirm that you are referencing the right object.
  
  
  Review User Authorizations: If you suspect that authorization issues may be at play, check your user roles and permissions. You may need to contact your SAP administrator to ensure you have the necessary access rights.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., PPM, PS) for additional guidance on managing approvals.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to the error message DPR_BAPI714.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing approvals in your SAP environment (e.g., CJ20N for project management).
  Workflow Configuration: If you are involved in configuring workflows, ensure that the approval workflow is set up correctly and that all necessary steps are defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.