How To Fix DPR_FC011 - You cannot change the field property

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_FC - Field Control for Project Management

• Message number: 011

• Message text: You cannot change the field property

What causes this issue?

You can only change the field property of a field to a field property
with a higher priority. The priorities of the field properties are
defined as follows:
Priority 1: ,,Private (field is not visible)
Priority 2: ,,Can Be Displayed (field can only be displayed)
Priority 3: ,,Changeable (field can be changed)
For example, you can change the field property 'Changeable' to 'Can Be
Displayed' but not the other way round.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_FC011 - You cannot change the field property ?

  The SAP error message DPR_FC011, which states "You cannot change the field property," typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when a user attempts to modify a field that is not allowed to be changed due to system restrictions or the current status of the project or task.
  Causes:
  
  Field Restrictions: The field you are trying to change may be set as read-only based on the configuration or the status of the project/task.
  Project Status: The project or task may be in a status that does not allow changes to certain fields (e.g., completed, closed).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to that field.
  System Configuration: Certain fields may be configured in the system to be non-editable based on business rules or settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Project Status: Verify the status of the project or task. If it is in a status that restricts changes, you may need to change the status to allow modifications.
  Review Field Properties: Check the configuration of the field in question to see if it is set to be editable. This may require access to the configuration settings in SAP.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the field. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust your permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific information about the field and its properties.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate project management settings (e.g., CJ20N for project management).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the limitations and properties of fields within the SAP system to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.