How To Fix IL124 - Reference functional location & changed

IL124 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IL - PM: ILOM - Functional Locations

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Reference functional location & changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IL124 - Reference functional location & changed ?

  The SAP error message IL124 ("Reference functional location & changed") typically occurs in the context of maintenance and asset management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with functional locations and their references.
  
  Cause:
  The error IL124 is triggered when there is an attempt to change a functional location that is referenced by another functional location or object. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  You are trying to modify a functional location that is currently being used as a reference in another functional location.
  The system has integrity checks that prevent changes to ensure that the relationships and dependencies between functional locations remain intact.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IL124 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: Determine which functional locations or objects are referencing the functional location you are trying to change. You can use transaction codes like IL03 (Display Functional Location) to view the details and dependencies.
  
  
  Remove References: If possible, remove or change