How To Fix DFS_POSITION_COMMON153 - Position '&' has the submitted status, deletion is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Position '&' has the submitted status, deletion is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON153 - Position '&' has the submitted status, deletion is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON153 indicates that a specific position (denoted by &) has a submitted status, and therefore, it cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of position management within SAP, particularly in modules related to Human Capital Management (HCM) or Organizational Management (OM).
  Cause:
  
  Submitted Status: The position you are trying to delete is currently in a submitted status, which means it is likely part of an ongoing process (e.g., a workflow, approval process, or a pending change).
  Workflow Involvement: The position may be involved in a workflow that has not yet been completed or approved.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of records that are still in use or pending approval.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Workflow Status: Investigate if the position is part of an active workflow. If it is, you may need to wait for the workflow to be completed or canceled before attempting to delete the position.
  Change Status: If you have the necessary permissions, you may be able to change the status of the position from "submitted" to another status that allows deletion. This could involve rejecting or withdrawing the submitted request.
  Consult with HR or Admin: If you are unsure about the implications of changing the status or deleting the position, consult with your HR department or system administrator for guidance.
  Use Transaction Codes: Depending on your role and permissions, you may use specific transaction codes (like PPOME for Organizational Management) to manage positions and their statuses.
  Error Handling: If the position is no longer needed, consider whether it can be archived or marked inactive instead of being deleted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on position management and workflows.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PPOME: Change Organizational Structure
  PPOSE: Display Organizational Structure
  S_PH0_48000120: Report for checking workflow status
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure you have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to positions in the system.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and manage the position as needed.