How To Fix DPR_SHARED864 - Changing status impossible; status of parent of &1 &2 is Not Relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 864

• Message text: Changing status impossible; status of parent of &1 &2 is Not Relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED864 - Changing status impossible; status of parent of &1 &2 is Not Relevant ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED864 indicates that you are trying to change the status of a project or project element (in this case, identified by &1 &2) that is not allowed because its parent status is set to "Not Relevant." This typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when using the Project System (PS) or the Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Parent Status: The parent project or project element has a status that does not allow for the child project or element to be changed. The "Not Relevant" status usually indicates that the parent project is either completed, canceled, or in a state where it cannot be modified.
  Status Profile: The status profile assigned to the project may restrict certain actions based on the status of the parent project.
  Hierarchy Issues: There may be issues with the project hierarchy where the child project is dependent on the parent project’s status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parent Status: Review the status of the parent project or project element. If it is indeed set to "Not Relevant," you will need to determine if it can be changed to a relevant status (e.g., "In Progress" or "Active") before you can change the status of the child project.
  Change Parent Status: If appropriate, change the status of the parent project to a status that allows for modifications. This may require specific authorizations or approvals depending on your organization's processes.
  Review Status Profiles: Check the status profile assigned to the project. Ensure that the status transitions are correctly defined and that the current status allows for the desired changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on project status management to understand the implications of changing project statuses.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project) to view and manage project statuses.
  Status Management: Familiarize yourself with the status management functionality in SAP, including how statuses are defined and the implications of each status.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change project statuses, as this can be restricted based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage project statuses effectively within SAP.