Can't take increase reputation action

[Savior of the Meeple]

Hi Guys,
Can anyone suggest why I can't take the increase reputation action with my association card? It has been upgraded and is currently on value 5. No workers (association meeples) have been used at all this round and the #2 spot just doesn't seem to be selectable. What am I missing?

[GTSchemer]

Hi Guys,
Can anyone suggest why I can't take the increase reputation action with my association card? It has been upgraded and is currently on value 5. No workers (association meeples) have been used at all this round and the #2 spot just doesn't seem to be selectable. What am I missing?

Did you make sure you are allowed to gain reputation?

[Monkeyunit]

Once you are at 9 rep, and haven't got Cards upgrade, you can no longer take that action.