How To Fix DPR_SHARED023 - You require authorization to begin the approval of &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 023

• Message text: You require authorization to begin the approval of &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED023 - You require authorization to begin the approval of &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED023, which states "You require authorization to begin the approval of &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM). This error indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to initiate the approval process for a specific project or document.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is a lack of appropriate authorization roles or permissions assigned to the user attempting to start the approval process. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the required authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary permissions for the approval process.
  Organizational Restrictions: There may be organizational rules or restrictions that limit who can initiate approvals based on their position or department.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization checks failed. This will provide insight into what specific permissions are missing.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to view the user’s profile and the roles assigned to them. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include the required authorizations for project approval.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user is missing the necessary roles, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorization objects. This can be done by a system administrator or a user with the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects related to project approval, such as C_PROJ (Project Management) or C_PPM (Portfolio and Project Management). Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security team or administrator. They can help identify the missing authorizations and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to test if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 - User Maintenance
  SU53 - Display Authorization Check
  PFCG - Role Maintenance
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that pertain to project management and approvals.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and role configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DPR_SHARED023 error message.