How To Fix DPR_PROJECT085 - The status of project &1 does not permit you to delete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 085

• Message text: The status of project &1 does not permit you to delete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PROJECT085 - The status of project &1 does not permit you to delete ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PROJECT085 indicates that you are trying to delete a project in the SAP Project Management module (DPR - Dynamic Project Management) but the current status of the project does not allow for deletion. This is a common issue when dealing with project management in SAP, as certain statuses are protected to prevent accidental deletion of important data.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Project Status: The project is in a status that does not permit deletion. For example, if the project is completed, closed, or has been released, it may be locked from deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked objects (like tasks, resources, or documents) that prevent the project from being deleted.
  Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the project, even if the status allows it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Status:
  
  Navigate to the project in question and check its current status. You can do this by going to the project details in the SAP GUI.
  If the project is in a status that does not allow deletion (like "Completed" or "Closed"), you may need to change the status to one that allows deletion (like "In Progress") if your business process allows for it.
  
  
  
  Change Project Status:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can change the project status to a permissible one. This can usually be done in the project management transaction (like CJ02 for changing projects).
  After changing the status, attempt to delete the project again.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Review any tasks, resources, or documents linked to the project. If there are dependencies, you may need to delete or unlink them before you can delete the project itself.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete projects. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator to grant you the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines regarding project management and deletion processes, as there may be specific procedures in place.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are still unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ02 (Change Project), CJ03 (Display Project), and CJ20N (Project Builder) for managing project statuses.
  User Roles: Understand the user roles and authorizations in your SAP system to ensure you have the right access for project management tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the DPR_PROJECT085 error and successfully delete the project if it is appropriate to do so.