How To Fix DPR_PHASE021 - No authorization for program phase &1 to which phase &2 is assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PHASE - Messages for Phases

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No authorization for program phase &1 to which phase &2 is assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PHASE021 - No authorization for program phase &1 to which phase &2 is assigned ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PHASE021 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific program phase in the context of project management or project system (PS) modules. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an action related to a project phase for which they lack the required permissions.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations assigned to their user profile for the specific program phase.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the program phase in question.
  Project-Specific Restrictions: There may be restrictions or specific settings at the project level that limit access to certain phases.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization object is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the required authorization is missing, you may need to modify the user’s roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations for the program phase.
  Ensure that the role includes the relevant authorization objects, such as S_PROJECT, S_PROJ, or any other relevant objects that control access to project phases.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator to request the required access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect. Test the action again to confirm that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to project phases. Common objects include:
  
  S_PROJECT: Project Management
  S_PROJ: Project Authorization
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization’s internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DPR_PHASE021 error and implement a solution to resolve it.