How To Fix ELP118 - You cannot change the profile allocation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ELP - Messages for Load Profile

• Message number: 118

• Message text: You cannot change the profile allocation

What causes this issue?

You tried to change a profile allocation.
However, the profile allocation is already being used from &V1& to &V2&
by the billing component for automatic determination of the usage
factor.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
If you want to change the profile for the period not yet billed, you
can restrict the allocation by inserting a new time slice.
If you want to reverse the billing, you can change the profile
allocation from &V1& to &V2&.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ELP118 - You cannot change the profile allocation ?

  The SAP error message ELP118, which states "You cannot change the profile allocation," typically occurs in the context of managing user profiles or authorizations in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is preventing changes to the profile allocation due to certain restrictions or conditions.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the profile allocation.
  Profile Locking: The profile might be locked for editing due to being in use by another process or user.
  System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict changes to profile allocations.
  Profile Type: The profile type may not allow changes (e.g., system profiles vs. user profiles).
  Transport Requests: If the profile is part of a transport request that is not yet released, changes may be restricted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change profile allocations. This may involve checking roles and permissions in transaction SU01 or SU53.
  Unlock Profile: If the profile is locked, check if it can be unlocked or if another user is currently using it. You may need to coordinate with other users or administrators.
  Review System Settings: Consult with your SAP Basis team to review any system settings that may be preventing changes to profile allocations.
  Profile Type Verification: Verify the type of profile you are trying to change. If it is a system profile, you may need to follow different procedures to make changes.
  Transport Request Management: If the profile is part of a transport request, ensure that the request is released and that you have the necessary permissions to make changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), or SU53 (Authorization Check) to investigate and manage user profiles and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on user profiles and authorizations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.