How To Fix DPR_PARTICIPANT125 - Change in Customizing: Distribution values are deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PARTICIPANT - Roles: Messages

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Change in Customizing: Distribution values are deleted

What causes this issue?

The settings in Customizing were changed with the effect that the role
is no longer marked for distribution. This status does not correspond to
the operational data.

System Response

The values in the distribution table are deleted and the total of these
values is written to the total demand of the role or the assigned effort
of the role staffing.
These changes will only take effect once you have saved.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PARTICIPANT125 - Change in Customizing: Distribution values are deleted ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PARTICIPANT125 indicates that there has been a change in the customizing settings related to distribution values in the SAP Project Management module (DPR - Dynamic Project Management). This error typically occurs when the distribution values for a participant in a project have been deleted or modified in a way that is inconsistent with the current project data.
  Cause:
  
  Customizing Changes: The most common cause of this error is that the customizing settings for distribution values have been altered. This could happen due to changes made by an administrator or during a system upgrade.
  Data Inconsistency: If the distribution values that were previously assigned to a project participant have been deleted or are no longer valid, the system will throw this error when trying to access or process that participant's data.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from a development environment to a production environment, and the transport did not include all necessary objects, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Customizing Settings: Review the customizing settings for distribution values in the SAP system. Ensure that the necessary distribution values are defined and active.
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings under Project Management.
  
  
  Restore Deleted Values: If specific distribution values were deleted, you may need to restore them. This could involve re-creating the values or restoring them from a backup if available.
  Update Project Data: If the distribution values have changed, you may need to update the project data to reflect the new values. This can involve reassigning participants or adjusting the project settings.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport missing objects or adjust the customizing settings accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for specific error messages.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or user groups. Other users may have encountered the same issue and can provide insights or solutions.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the project functionality to confirm that the error has been resolved and that the project can be processed without issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.