How To Fix DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION553 - Checklist template &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION - Portf. Mgmt Integration Messages

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Checklist template &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION553 - Checklist template &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION553, which states "Checklist template &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project checklists in the Project System (PS) or Project Management (PM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Checklist Template: The most common cause of this error is that the checklist template specified by the identifier (&1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The template was never created.
  The template was deleted or archived.
  A typo in the template name or ID when trying to access it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the checklist template, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: If the system has recently undergone changes or updates, there may be configuration issues that affect the availability of checklist templates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Template Existence:
  
  Check if the checklist template exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code DPR_CKLT or similar) to view existing checklist templates.
  Ensure that the template ID you are using is correct and does not contain any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Template:
  
  If the checklist template does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the appropriate transaction for managing checklist templates.
  If the template was deleted, check if it can be restored from an archive or backup.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the checklist template. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing checklist templates in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after verifying the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing project checklists, such as DPR_CKLT for checklist templates.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to DPR_PROJ_INTEGRATION553 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in the SAP system to ensure proper access to project management functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.