How To Fix DPR_PARTICIPANT136 - Enter an action type for the distribution

DPR_PARTICIPANT136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PARTICIPANT - Roles: Messages

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Enter an action type for the distribution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PARTICIPANT136 - Enter an action type for the distribution ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PARTICIPANT136 typically occurs in the context of SAP Project Management, particularly when dealing with project planning and resource allocation. This error indicates that an action type has not been specified for a distribution in the project.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Action Type: When you are trying to assign resources or participants to a project, the action type (such as "Assign", "Remove", or "Change") is not specified.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project management module that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to define action types.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required action type when attempting to perform a distribution action.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify Action Type:
  
  Go back to the screen where you are trying to perform the distribution.
  Ensure that you select or enter a valid