How To Fix DPR_SHARED837 - &1 &2: Parent &3 according the structure definition does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 837

• Message text: &1 &2: Parent &3 according the structure definition does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED837 - &1 &2: Parent &3 according the structure definition does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED837 typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM). This error indicates that there is an issue with the structure definition of a project or a related object, specifically that a parent object (like a project or a task) does not exist as expected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parent Object: The parent object referenced in the project structure does not exist in the system. This could be due to deletion, incorrect assignment, or a data inconsistency.
  Incorrect Configuration: The project structure may not be configured correctly, leading to references to non-existent objects.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or from a previous version of SAP, there may be inconsistencies in the project hierarchy.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the parent object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Parent Object: Check if the parent object (project or task) actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant project or task in the SAP GUI.
  Check Structure Definition: Review the structure definition of the project to ensure that all parent-child relationships are correctly defined and that all referenced objects exist.
  Recreate Missing Objects: If the parent object is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports in SAP to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the project structure.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the parent object. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project) to investigate project structures.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.