How To Fix ELP139 - Delimitation is not permitted from &1 to &2, due to dependent allocation

ELP139 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ELP - Messages for Load Profile

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Delimitation is not permitted from &1 to &2, due to dependent allocation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ELP139 - Delimitation is not permitted from &1 to &2, due to dependent allocation ?

  The SAP error message ELP139, which states "Delimitation is not permitted from &1 to &2, due to dependent allocation," typically occurs in the context of managing allocations in SAP, particularly in the areas of project management, cost accounting, or similar modules where resource allocation is critical.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to delimit (or change the validity period) of a resource allocation that is dependent on another allocation. This means that the system has detected that the allocation you are trying to delimit is linked to another allocation that is still active or has dependencies that prevent the delimitation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Identify the allocations that are dependent on the one you are trying to delimit. You can do this by reviewing the allocation history or dependencies in the relevant transaction or report.
  
  
  Adjust Allocations: If there are dependent allocations, you may need