How To Fix DPR_CATS009 - You do not have authorization to change task &1

DPR_CATS009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 009

• Message text: You do not have authorization to change task &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_CATS009 - You do not have authorization to change task &1 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_CATS009, which states "You do not have authorization to change task &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a task in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations. This error is related to the Project Management (PS) and Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change the task. This could be due to missing roles or permissions assigned to the user profile.
  Task Status: The task may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., completed or closed).
  Project Settings: The project settings may restrict changes to certain users or roles.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization objects, particularly those related to