How To Fix DPR_PHASE012 - You cannot complete the phase &1

DPR_PHASE012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PHASE - Messages for Phases

• Message number: 012

• Message text: You cannot complete the phase &1

What causes this issue?

You cannot complete phase &V1& because the mandatory task &V2& has not
been completed yet.

System Response

The system does not complete the phase &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Complete the task &V2& first.

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_PHASE012 - You cannot complete the phase &1 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PHASE012, which states "You cannot complete the phase &1," typically occurs in the context of project management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with project phases in the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM).
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incomplete Data: Required data for the phase is missing or incomplete. This could include missing milestones, tasks, or resources that need to be assigned before the phase can be completed.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other phases or tasks that have not been completed. If a preceding phase is not finished, the system will prevent the completion of the current phase.
  
  
  Status Issues: The phase may be in a status that does not allow it to be completed. For example, if the phase is marked as "in progress" or "on hold," it cannot be completed until the status is changed.
  
  
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