How To Fix CRM_MKTPL139 - No changes to sales area allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL - CRM Marketing: Marketing Planning Messages

• Message number: 139

• Message text: No changes to sales area allowed

What causes this issue?

You cannot change the sales area since rebates with the status <ZK>To Be
Settled</> or <ZK>Settled</> are assigned.

System Response

The sales area is unchanged.

How to fix this error?

You cannot change the sales area as long as rebates with the status <ZK>
To Be Settled</> or <ZK>Settled</> are assigned.

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 CRM_MKTPL139 - No changes to sales area allowed ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL139 ("No changes to sales area allowed") typically occurs in the context of marketing planning or sales area management within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This error indicates that the system is preventing changes to the sales area for a specific marketing plan or related object.
  Cause:
  
  Sales Area Locking: The sales area associated with the marketing plan or object may be locked for changes. This can happen if the marketing plan is in a status that does not allow modifications.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict changes to the sales area once it has been defined.
  Data Consistency: The system may enforce data consistency rules that prevent changes to the sales area to avoid inconsistencies in reporting or planning.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the sales area.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Verify the status of the marketing plan or object. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change its status to allow modifications.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to sales area management. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow changes if appropriate.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that any changes you are trying to make do not violate data consistency rules. If necessary, consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the sales area. If not, request the appropriate access from your system administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CRM marketing planning for any specific guidelines or known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CRM that may help you navigate to the marketing planning or sales area management screens.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CRM_MKTPL139 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.