How To Fix DPR_TASK018 - You do not have authorization for original task &1 for mirrored task &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_TASK - Messages for Tasks

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You do not have authorization for original task &1 for mirrored task &2

What causes this issue?

You do not have the authorization to display original task
&V1& for mirrored task &V2& (or no longer have authorization to do
this).

System Response

The dates of the original task cannot be transferred to the mirrored
task.
If the mirrored task has already been saved and you had authorization
when you created it,
the system determines the dates of the mirrored task
again without the restrictions of the original task.
Therefore, the system
displays the confirmation prompt about saving changed data even if you
have not made any changes.

How to fix this error?

Notify the administrator for the original task so that he or she can at
least give you display authorization, or delete the mirrored task.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_TASK018 - You do not have authorization for original task &1 for mirrored task &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_TASK018 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to access a specific original task when working with a mirrored task in the SAP Project Management (DPR) module. This typically occurs in scenarios where tasks are mirrored for reporting or project management purposes, and the user lacks the required permissions to view or manipulate the original task.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the appropriate authorization roles or permissions assigned to access the original task.
  Task Mirroring: The mirrored task is linked to an original task that the user is not authorized to access.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the necessary authorizations for the specific project or task type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Verify the roles assigned to the user in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for both the original and mirrored tasks.
  Authorization Object: Identify the relevant authorization objects related to project management tasks (e.g., S_PROJECT, S_TCODE, etc.) and ensure that the user has the required permissions.
  Request Additional Authorizations: If the user lacks the necessary permissions, request additional authorizations from the SAP security team or system administrator.
  Review Task Settings: Ensure that the mirrored task is correctly configured and linked to the original task, and that the original task is accessible to the user.
  Testing: After making changes to the user’s roles or authorizations, test the access again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on authorization management and project management tasks.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user roles and PFCG (Role Maintenance) to modify roles.
  Support Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message.
  Consult with Security Team: If you are not an administrator, consult with your SAP security team for assistance in resolving authorization issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue causing the DPR_TASK018 error message.