How To Fix DPR_PARTICIPANT151 - Validity period of the role set to: &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PARTICIPANT - Roles: Messages

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Validity period of the role set to: &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PARTICIPANT151 - Validity period of the role set to: &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PARTICIPANT151 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a role assigned to a participant in a project. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Project Management (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when the role assigned to a participant is not valid for the specified time frame.
  Cause:
  The error message DPR_PARTICIPANT151 is triggered when:
  
  The role assigned to a participant has a defined validity period that does not encompass the current date or the date of the project activity.
  The role's start date is after the current date or the end date is before the current date.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Role Validity:
  
  Navigate to the role management area in SAP and check the validity dates of the role assigned to the participant.
  Ensure that the role's start date is on or before the current date and that the end date is on or after the current date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Dates:
  
  If the role's validity period is incorrect, you may need to adjust the start and/or end dates to ensure they cover the required time frame.
  This can typically be done by editing the role assignment in the project or by modifying the role definition itself.
  
  
  
  Reassign Role:
  
  If necessary, you can reassign a different role to the participant that has a valid time frame for the current project activities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to role management and participant assignments for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements in place, ensure that these are not affecting the role validity checks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or DPR (Project Management) to manage project roles and participants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify role assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DPR_PARTICIPANT151 error and ensure that the role assignments are valid for the project activities.