How To Fix DPR_PARTICIPANT140 - Generic intervals f. '&1' inconsistent: No total demand in role &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_PARTICIPANT - Roles: Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Generic intervals f. '&1' inconsistent: No total demand in role &2

What causes this issue?

The generic intervals of the staffing '&V1&' in the role &V2& are
inconsistent: Gaps or overlaps exist.

System Response

In the distribution data of the role &V2&, the assigned effort from
staffing '&V1&' is not taken into account when calculating the values in
the <LS>Assigned Effort</> column and also in the <LS>Demand</> column.
The system cannot save inconsistent generic intervals.

How to fix this error?

Execute the <LS>Check Intervals</> function in the role &V2& for the
distribution data of the staffing '&V1&' and correct the intervals as
necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_PARTICIPANT140 - Generic intervals f. '&1' inconsistent: No total demand in role &2 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_PARTICIPANT140 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the demand planning data for a specific participant in a project or planning scenario. The message specifically states that there is "No total demand in role &2" for the specified participant '&1'. This typically occurs in the context of Demand Planning (DP) or Project Management (PM) within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Demand Data: The most common cause of this error is that there is no demand data available for the specified participant in the specified role. This could be due to:
  
  Data not being entered or saved correctly.
  Incorrect planning version or time period being selected.
  Filters applied that exclude relevant data.
  
  
  
  Role Configuration Issues: The role assigned to the participant may not be configured correctly, leading to inconsistencies in how demand is calculated or displayed.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data integrity, such as missing or corrupted records in the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Demand Data: Verify that demand data exists for the specified participant and role. Ensure that the data is correctly entered and saved in the system.
  
  
  Review Planning Version and Time Period: Ensure that you are working with the correct planning version and that the time period selected includes the relevant demand data.
  
  
  Examine Role Configuration: Check the configuration of the role assigned to the participant. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that it is capable of displaying the required demand data.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks in SAP to identify any potential issues with the underlying data. This may involve checking for missing records or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on resolving this error, as there may be additional context or steps based on your specific SAP version and configuration.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to demand planning and project management, such as /SAPAPO/DP for Demand Planning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DPR_PARTICIPANT140 error in your SAP system.