How To Fix DPR_CATS011 - External identification of the project &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 011

• Message text: External identification of the project &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_CATS011 - External identification of the project &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message DPR_CATS011 indicates that the external identification of the project specified is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of project management and time recording in SAP, particularly when working with the Project System (PS) and the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS).
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Project ID: The project ID you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not correctly entered.
  Project Status: The project may be in a status that does not allow time entry or other activities.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the project.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the project master data.
  Project Deletion: The project may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for current operations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Project ID: Check the project ID you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system. You