How To Fix ICL139 - You cannot create a coverage referral without reference to a subclaim

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL - FS-CM: Claims Management

• Message number: 139

• Message text: You cannot create a coverage referral without reference to a subclaim

What causes this issue?

When you create a new coverage referral, you have to enter a reference
to a subclaim, the claim header ("000"), or the overall claim ("X"), as
otherwise the system is unable to assign a number for the coverage
referral.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter one of the above mentioned references.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL139 - You cannot create a coverage referral without reference to a subclaim ?

  The SAP error message ICL139, which states "You cannot create a coverage referral without reference to a subclaim," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Claims Management module, particularly when dealing with insurance claims. This error indicates that the system requires a reference to a subclaim before a coverage referral can be created.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Subclaim Reference: The primary cause of this error is that the system expects a subclaim to be linked to the coverage referral. If there is no subclaim associated with the main claim, the system will not allow the creation of a coverage referral.
  Incorrect Workflow: The process being followed may not align with the required workflow for creating coverage referrals in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be issues with how the claims or subclaims were entered into the system, leading to a lack of proper linkage.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Create a Subclaim: Ensure that a subclaim is created and properly linked