How To Fix DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION259 - Resource with BUPA ID &1 not exported; no valid employee ID found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION - Portf. Mgmt Integration Messages

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Resource with BUPA ID &1 not exported; no valid employee ID found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION259 - Resource with BUPA ID &1 not exported; no valid employee ID found ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION259 indicates that there is an issue with the integration of resources in the Project Management module, specifically related to Business Partner (BUPA) IDs. The error message states that a resource with a specific BUPA ID could not be exported because no valid employee ID was found.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Employee ID: The primary cause of this error is that the resource (which is typically a person or a team member) does not have a valid employee ID associated with their Business Partner ID in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the integration settings between the Project Management module and the Human Resources module.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the Business Partner not being properly linked to an employee record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) and verify that the Business Partner ID in question is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the Business Partner is marked as an employee and has a valid employee ID assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Employee ID:
  
  If the employee ID is missing, you will need to assign a valid employee ID to the Business Partner. This can typically be done in the HR module or directly in the Business Partner transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Integration Settings:
  
  Check the integration settings between the Project Management and HR modules to ensure that they are correctly configured to allow for the export of resources.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any other potential issues with the resource data. This may involve running specific reports or using transaction codes that check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and CJ20N (Project Builder) for managing project resources.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION259 for any known issues or updates that may address this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit Business Partner and employee data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the resource can be successfully exported.