How To Fix DPR_ENTITY_LINK014 - Task assignment: Error occurred when initializing work

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_ENTITY_LINK - Roles: Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Task assignment: Error occurred when initializing work

What causes this issue?

You have created a new assignment of a task to a role. A technical error
occurred when determining the initial value for the work of the
assignment. For example, an overrun error may have occurred. This is the
case if very large values exist for the work in other tasks assigned to
the same objects and these values are to be added together.

System Response

The system resets the value for the work of the assignment to 0.

How to fix this error?

Check the values for the work of other assignments for the same task or
role.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_ENTITY_LINK014 - Task assignment: Error occurred when initializing work ?

  The SAP error message DPR_ENTITY_LINK014 typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when there is an issue with task assignments or links between entities in a project. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, missing configurations, or issues with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the project or task assignments, such as missing or incorrect references.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the task assignments.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the project management module can lead to errors during task initialization.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as locks or corruption, can also trigger this error.
  Missing Dependencies: If a task is dependent on another task that is not properly defined or is missing, it can cause initialization errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the project and task data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the project and task assignments.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the project management module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Database Check: If you suspect database issues, perform a database consistency check or consult with your database administrator to resolve any locks or corruption.
  Recreate Task Links: If the error is related to task dependencies, try recreating the links between tasks to ensure they are correctly defined.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Applying patches or updates may resolve the issue.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Project Management and PPM for detailed information on task assignments and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DPR_ENTITY_LINK014 error and implement a suitable solution.