How To Fix DPR_SHARED228 - Phases (program &1) and assigned phases (project &2): Date conflict

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Phases (program &1) and assigned phases (project &2): Date conflict

What causes this issue?

The dates of one or more assigned phases from the program or project
&V2& are outside the time frame of the corresponding phase in the
program &V1&.

System Response

A program can contain many phases whose dates conflict with different
subprograms or subprojects. Therefore, the system does not generate a
separate message for each date conflict in a phase but generates one
message for each program and assigned program or project.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the dates of the affected objects as required.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED228 - Phases (program &1) and assigned phases (project &2): Date conflict ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED228 indicates a date conflict between phases in a project. This typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when using the SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) modules. The error suggests that there is an inconsistency in the dates assigned to the phases of a program or project.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Dates: The start and end dates of the phases may overlap, which is not allowed in the project structure.
  Incorrect Date Assignments: Dates may have been incorrectly assigned to phases, leading to conflicts.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies between phases that are not respected, causing date conflicts.
  Changes in Project Structure: If changes were made to the project structure or phase dates, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Phase Dates: Check the start and end dates of all phases in the program and project. Ensure that they do not overlap and are logically sequenced.
  Adjust Dates: Modify the dates of the conflicting phases to resolve the conflict. Ensure that the changes respect any dependencies or constraints.
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies between phases and ensure that they are correctly set up. Adjust the dates accordingly.
  Use Project Management Tools: Utilize SAP's project management tools to visualize the project timeline and identify conflicts more easily.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing project phases and resolving date conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to view and edit project details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to project phases and dates.
  Testing Changes: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production to avoid further issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Project Management.