How To Fix AP072 - You cannot assign position ID &1 again (save first)

AP072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 072

• Message text: You cannot assign position ID &1 again (save first)

What causes this issue?

You tried to create program position &V1&. However, a program position
with this ID was created initially, but it was deleted in the meantime.
For technical reasons, it is not possible to assign the same ID until
after you have saved.

System Response

You cannot create position &V1& at this time.

How to fix this error?

First save, and then create position &V1&. Or choose a different
position ID.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP072 - You cannot assign position ID &1 again (save first) ?

  The SAP error message AP072 ("You cannot assign position ID &1 again (save first)") typically occurs in the context of position management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with organizational management (OM) or personnel administration (PA). This error indicates that there is an attempt to reassign a position ID that is already in use or has not been saved properly in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Uncommitted Changes: The position ID you are trying to assign is already in use in the current session, and the changes have not been saved yet.
  Position Already Assigned: The position ID is already assigned to another object (like an employee or a job) and cannot be reassigned until the current assignment is saved or released.
  Data Locking: There may be a data locking issue where another user or process is currently using the position ID.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Save Changes: If you have made changes to the position or its assignments, ensure