How To Fix DFS_POSITION_COMMON142 - Delimit is not allowed, '&' has the planned status.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_POSITION_COMMON - Message Class for Defense Position Common

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Delimit is not allowed, '&' has the planned status.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON142 - Delimit is not allowed, '&' has the planned status. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON142 indicates that there is an issue with the planned status of a position in the system. Specifically, the message states that "Delimit is not allowed" for a position that has a planned status, which means that the position cannot be delimited (i.e., closed or ended) because it is still in a planned state.
  Cause:
  
  Planned Status: The position you are trying to delimit is still in a planned status, which means it has not yet been fully activated or is still under consideration for future use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the delimitation of positions that are in a planned status.
  Data Integrity: There may be data integrity issues where the system is not recognizing the position as eligible for delimitation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Position Status: Verify the status of the position in question. If it is indeed in a planned status, you may need to change its status to an active or closed state before attempting to delimit it.
  Change Status: If the position is not needed anymore, consider changing its status to "inactive" or "closed" through the appropriate transaction (e.g., using transaction code PP01 or similar).
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to position management in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for delimitation of positions that are in a planned status if that is the desired behavior.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or linked objects that are preventing the position from being delimited.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PP01 (Maintain Plan) or other HR-related transactions that deal with position management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on position management and planned statuses to understand the implications of each status and how they interact with delimitation processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.