How To Fix AP219 - Appropriation request &1 is already assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Appropriation request &1 is already assigned

What causes this issue?

Appropriation request &V1& was already assigned to the current
investment program position.

System Response

Assigning it a second time is not possible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP219 - Appropriation request &1 is already assigned ?

  The SAP error message AP219 indicates that an appropriation request (also known as a budget request or investment request) is already assigned to another project or has been used in a way that prevents it from being assigned to the current project or task you are trying to associate it with. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The appropriation request is already linked to another project or task, which prevents it from being assigned again.
  Status of the Appropriation Request: The status of the appropriation request may not allow for further assignments (e.g., it may be in a closed or completed status).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the assignment of appropriation requests under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Current Assignments: Review the current assignments of the appropriation request to see where it is already linked. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CJ20N for project management) and checking the details of the appropriation request.
  
  
  Change Status: If the appropriation request is in a status that does not allow further assignments, you may need to change its status or create a new appropriation request.
  
  
  Reassign Appropriation Request: If the appropriation request is no longer needed for its current assignment, you may consider unassigning it from the existing project or task before assigning it to the new one.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ02 (Change Project), or CJ03 (Display Project) to manage projects and appropriation requests.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on appropriation requests and their management.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to appropriation requests and project assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AP219 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.