How To Fix 1E446 - Data exist that was not yet released; changes are not allowed

1E446 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 446

• Message text: Data exist that was not yet released; changes are not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E446 - Data exist that was not yet released; changes are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message 1E446 ("Data exist that was not yet released; changes are not allowed") typically occurs in the context of data management within SAP, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data that has not yet been released for further processing. This error indicates that there are existing records that are in a status that does not allow for changes to be made.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unreleased Data: The primary cause of this error is that there are records (such as purchase orders, production orders, or other transactional data) that are in a "not released" status. This means that the data is still in a draft or preliminary state and cannot be modified until it is released.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the data, especially if the data is in a locked state.
  Workflow Processes: If the data is part of a workflow