How To Fix DPR_PROJECT059 - Project contains Portf. Mgmt link(s); deletion is currently not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PROJECT - Development Projects: Messages for Projects

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Project contains Portf. Mgmt link(s); deletion is currently not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PROJECT059 - Project contains Portf. Mgmt link(s); deletion is currently not possible ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PROJECT059 indicates that you are trying to delete a project that has links to Portfolio Management (PM) in the SAP system. This means that the project is currently associated with portfolio management activities, and as a result, the system prevents its deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Active Links: The project you are trying to delete has active links to Portfolio Management, which could include dependencies, assignments, or other relationships that are critical for reporting and analysis.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces rules to ensure that deleting a project does not lead to orphaned data or inconsistencies in the Portfolio Management module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to remove or deactivate the links between the project and Portfolio Management before attempting to delete the project. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Links: Identify the specific links or dependencies that exist between the project and Portfolio Management. You can do this by reviewing the project details in the SAP system.
  
  
  Remove Links: 
  
  Navigate to the Portfolio Management area in SAP.
  Locate the project and remove any links or dependencies associated with it.
  This may involve unlinking resources, tasks, or other project elements that are tied to Portfolio Management.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Project: If applicable, consider deactivating the project instead of deleting it. This can be a temporary solution if you may need the project data in the future.
  
  
  Retry Deletion: Once all links have been removed, attempt to delete the project again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DPR_PROJECT for project management and DPR_PORTFOLIO for portfolio management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on managing projects and portfolio links.
  User Permissions: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to modify or delete projects and their associated links.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the project if that is your intention.