How To Fix DPR_SHARED021 - You require authorization to set the status 'in process' for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_SHARED - Development Projects: Messages for Shared Objects

• Message number: 021

• Message text: You require authorization to set the status 'in process' for &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED021 - You require authorization to set the status 'in process' for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED021 indicates that a user is attempting to set the status of a project or task to "in process," but they do not have the necessary authorization to perform this action. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM).
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization in the user's role or profile. The specific authorization object that governs the ability to change the status of projects or tasks is usually related to project management activities. If the user does not have the required permissions, they will encounter this error when trying to change the status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. This can be done by using transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which