How To Fix EPRO179 - Cannot update usage factor for operand &1

EPRO179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Cannot update usage factor for operand &1

What causes this issue?

The consumption factor for allocation number &v2& cannot be updated for
operand &v1& in period &v4& because there is a gap in the number
allocation (&v3&).

System Response

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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How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO179 - Cannot update usage factor for operand &1 ?

  The SAP error message EPRO179, which states "Cannot update usage factor for operand &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's resource planning or production planning modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with updating the usage factor for a specific operand, which could be related to various factors such as configuration settings, data integrity, or system permissions.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The operand referenced may not exist or may have been deleted or modified in a way that prevents the update.
  Configuration Errors: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the relevant module (e.g., Production Planning, Material Management).
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the update may not have the necessary permissions to modify the usage factor.
  System Locking: The operand may be locked by another process or user, preventing updates.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the operand, such as missing or