How To Fix DPR_TASK004 - You cannot change the task type because the task has been released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_TASK - Messages for Tasks

• Message number: 004

• Message text: You cannot change the task type because the task has been released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_TASK004 - You cannot change the task type because the task has been released ?

  The SAP error message DPR_TASK004 indicates that you are trying to change the task type of a project task that has already been released. In SAP Project System (PS) or Project Management (PM), once a task is released, certain attributes, including the task type, become locked to maintain the integrity of the project data.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the task you are attempting to modify has already been released. When a task is released, it signifies that it is in a state where it can be executed, and changes to its fundamental properties (like task type) are restricted to prevent inconsistencies in project planning and execution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a few options:
  
  
  Revoke the Release: If you need to change the task type, you can revoke the release of the task. This typically involves:
  
  Navigating to the task in the project structure.
  Using the appropriate transaction (like CJ20N