How To Fix DPR_TASK017 - Subproject for task &1 no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_TASK - Messages for Tasks

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Subproject for task &1 no longer exists

What causes this issue?

The subproject for the task &SYST-MSGV1& no longer exists.

System Response

The subproject was deleted.

How to fix this error?

Save the project so that the subproject assignment to the task
&SYST-MSGV1& is deleted. Then, the last subproject that was assigned to
the task &SYST-MSGV1& is visible again in the change document display.
Create a new assignment to a different subproject, if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_TASK017 - Subproject for task &1 no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message DPR_TASK017 indicates that a subproject associated with a specific task no longer exists in the system. This can occur in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with the Project System (PS) or the Dynamic Project Management (DPM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Subproject: The subproject linked to the task has been deleted or archived, which makes it unavailable for the task.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, possibly due to incomplete transactions or errors during data updates.
  Changes in Project Structure: The project structure may have been altered, leading to the disassociation of tasks from their respective subprojects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the subproject, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Subproject Status: Verify if the subproject has indeed been deleted or archived. You can do this by navigating to the project structure in the Project System and checking the status of the subproject.
  Reassign Task: If the subproject has been deleted, you may need to reassign the task to an existing subproject or create a new subproject if necessary.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the project data.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the subproject. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review any recent changes made to the project structure or related configurations that might have led to this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project) to view project details and check the status of subprojects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the DPR_TASK017 error effectively.