How To Fix DPR_CATS002 - Project &1 with project type &2 does not allow confirmation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_CATS - Project Management: Messages for CATS Connection

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Project &1 with project type &2 does not allow confirmation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_CATS002 - Project &1 with project type &2 does not allow confirmation ?

  The SAP error message DPR_CATS002 indicates that a specific project (identified by &1) with a certain project type (identified by &2) does not allow confirmations. This error typically arises in the context of project management and time recording within SAP, particularly when using the Project System (PS) and Cross-Application Time Sheets (CATS).
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Project Type Settings: The project type associated with the project may not be configured to allow confirmations. This is often set in the project type configuration in the SAP system.
  Project Status: The project may be in a status that does not permit confirmations. For example, if the project is closed or archived, confirmations may be restricted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform confirmations on that specific project type.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the project management module that restrict confirmations based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the project type configuration in the SAP system (transaction code OPUK).
  Verify if the project type allows confirmations. If not, you may need to adjust the settings to enable confirmations for that project type.
  
  
  
  Review Project Status:
  
  Check the status of the project in question. If the project is closed or in a status that does not allow confirmations, you may need to change the status or create a new project.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to make the confirmation has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configuration settings that may affect confirmation capabilities.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test confirmation to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheets), and OPUK (Project Type Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message DPR_CATS002 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for discussions related to similar issues faced by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow confirmations for the specified project.