How To Fix >4196 - You can accept or reject this document change

>4196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 196

• Message text: You can accept or reject this document change

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4196 - You can accept or reject this document change ?

  The SAP error message 4196 ("You can accept or reject this document change") typically occurs in the context of document management or workflow processes within SAP. This message indicates that there is a change to a document that requires user action to either accept or reject the changes made.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Changes: The error usually arises when a document has been modified, and the system is prompting the user to review these changes.
  Workflow Process: It may be part of a workflow where certain approvals or rejections are required before proceeding.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to accept or reject the changes.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for automatic acceptance of changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes made to the document. You may need to navigate to the document management system or the relevant transaction to see what modifications have been proposed.
  Accept or