How To Fix DPR_CATS013 - External identification of role &1 is invalid

DPR_CATS013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

• Message text: External identification of role &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_CATS013 - External identification of role &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message DPR_CATS013 indicates that there is an issue with the external identification of a role in the context of project management and time recording. This error typically arises when the system cannot find or validate the specified external role ID in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Role ID: The role ID provided does not exist in the system or is incorrectly entered.
  Role Not Assigned: The role may not be assigned to the user or project.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the role or project.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Role ID: Check the external identification of the role to ensure it is correct. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP.
  Check Role Assignment: Ensure that the role is properly assigned to the user or