How To Fix DPR_SHARED803 - The value for the actual effort is too high

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 803

• Message text: The value for the actual effort is too high

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter either a lesser value or choose a different unit.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED803 - The value for the actual effort is too high ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED803, which states "The value for the actual effort is too high," typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project planning and resource management. This error indicates that the actual effort recorded for a task or project exceeds the limits set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Exceeding Limits: The actual effort entered for a project or task exceeds the predefined limits set in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  A misunderstanding of the effort required for the task.
  Changes in project scope that were not reflected in the planning.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that limit the maximum allowable effort for tasks or projects. If the actual effort exceeds these settings, the error will be triggered.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as discrepancies between planned and actual efforts, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Actual Effort: Check the actual effort entered for the task or project. Ensure that it is accurate and reflects the true effort expended.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration Settings: If the actual effort is indeed valid but exceeds the limits, consider adjusting the configuration settings in SAP to allow for higher actual effort values. This may involve:
  
  Consulting with your SAP administrator or project manager.
  Modifying the project settings to accommodate higher effort values.
  
  
  
  Re-evaluate Project Scope: If the project scope has changed, ensure that the project plan is updated accordingly. This may involve:
  
  Revising the project plan to reflect additional tasks or resources.
  Communicating with stakeholders to align on project expectations.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all related entries (planned effort, actual effort, etc.) are aligned and accurate.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the project management module you are using.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users entering data into the system are adequately trained on how to input actual effort and understand the implications of their entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DPR_SHARED803 error and implement a suitable solution.