How To Fix DPR_CATS005 - Project &1 with project type &2 does not allow confirmation for the role

DPR_CATS005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 005

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_CATS005 - Project &1 with project type &2 does not allow confirmation for the role ?

  The SAP error message DPR_CATS005 indicates that there is an issue with confirming time or activities for a specific project in the Project System (PS) module. This error typically arises when the project type does not allow confirmations for the role assigned to the user. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Project Type Restrictions: The project type associated with the project may have settings that restrict confirmations for certain roles. This could be due to the configuration of the project type in the system.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the necessary role or authorization to confirm activities for the specified project.
  Project Status: The project may be in a status that does not allow confirmations (e.g., closed or completed).
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the project type may not permit confirmations for the specific role being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Project Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the