How To Fix DPR_PHASE014 - You cannot release the phase &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PHASE - Messages for Phases

• Message number: 014

• Message text: You cannot release the phase &1

What causes this issue?

The status of the predecessor phase &V2& forbids you to release phase
&V1&. You can release phase &V1& only after you have at least released
phase &V2&.

System Response

The system does not release phase &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Check phase &V2& and release it, if required.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PHASE014 - You cannot release the phase &1 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PHASE014, which states "You cannot release the phase &1," typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project phases in the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM).
  
  Cause:
  The error can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Phase Status: The phase you are trying to release may not be in a status that allows for release. For example, if the phase is already completed or closed, it cannot be released again.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or prerequisites that have not been met. For instance, if there are preceding phases that need to be completed before the current phase can be released.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to release the phase. This can be due to role restrictions or missing permissions.
  
  
  Project Structure: The project structure may not be correctly set up, or there may be