How To Fix DPR_CATS003 - Project &1 with project type &2 does not allow confirmation for project

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 003

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_CATS003 - Project &1 with project type &2 does not allow confirmation for project ?

  The SAP error message DPR_CATS003 indicates that there is an issue with confirming time or activities for a specific project in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of project management and time recording, particularly when using the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Controlling (CO) modules.
  Cause:
  The error message "Project &1 with project type &2 does not allow confirmation for project" can be caused by several factors:
  
  
  Project Type Settings: The project type associated with the project may not be configured to allow confirmations. Certain project types may have restrictions on confirming time or activities.
  
  
  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 not be allowed.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the project type may not allow for confirmations. This can include settings in the Project Profile or the Project Type configuration.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to make the confirmation may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action on the specified project.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take 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 or use a different project type.
  
  
  
  Review Project Status:
  
  Check the status of the project (transaction code CJ03).
  Ensure that the project is in an active status that allows for confirmations. If the project is closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new project.
  
  
  
  Adjust Project Profile:
  
  Review the project profile assigned to the project (transaction code OPUK).
  Ensure that the profile settings allow for confirmations.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to confirm activities for the project. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Project Management team for specific configuration settings related to your organization's implementation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CJ03 (Display Project)
  OPUK (Project Type Configuration)
  CJI3 (Display Actual Costs)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to project management and confirmations in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to allow confirmations for the specified project.