How To Fix DPR_SHARED868 - Cannot automatically change status of mandatory &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 868

• Message text: Cannot automatically change status of mandatory &1 &2

What causes this issue?

You try to use the one-click completion feature to change the status of
a project element. However, this project element is marked as mandatory
and therefore you are not allowed to change the status automatically.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You have to check this project element and change the status manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SHARED868 - Cannot automatically change status of mandatory &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED868 indicates that the system cannot automatically change the status of a mandatory object (like a project, task, or other work item) in the Project Management (DPR) module. This typically occurs when there are dependencies or conditions that prevent the status change.
  Cause:
  
  Mandatory Status Change: The object in question is mandatory for a status change, but the system has identified that certain conditions are not met.
  Dependencies: There may be other related objects or tasks that need to be completed or have their statuses changed before this object can be updated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the object.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing or incomplete, preventing the status change.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or configurations in place that restrict the status change under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the status of related objects or tasks to ensure that all prerequisites are met before attempting to change the status.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to change the status of the object. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Complete Required Data: Verify that all mandatory fields and data are filled out correctly. If any required information is missing, complete it and try again.
  Consult Business Rules: Check if there are any specific business rules or configurations that might be preventing the status change. This may involve consulting with a project manager or SAP administrator.
  Manual Status Change: If automatic status change is not possible, consider manually changing the status if the business process allows for it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP Project Management, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to project management and status changes for additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.