How To Fix DFS_POSITION_COMMON144 - Delimit is not allowed, '&' has the approved status.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 144

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON144 - Delimit is not allowed, '&' has the approved status. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON144 indicates that there is an issue with the status of a position in the system. Specifically, the message states that the "Delimit is not allowed" for a position that has an approved status. This typically occurs in the context of position management within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) or SAP SuccessFactors.
  
  Cause:
  
  Approved Status: The position you are trying to delimit (i.e., end or close) is currently in an approved status. In many systems, positions that are approved cannot be delimited until they are either unapproved or moved to a different status that allows for delimitation.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP has built-in data integrity rules that prevent changes to certain records that are in a finalized state to ensure that historical data remains consistent and accurate.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Change the Status: You will need to change the status of the position from "approved" to a status