How To Fix BC005 - & change was unsuccessful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: & change was unsuccessful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC005 - & change was unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message BC005 typically indicates that a change operation was unsuccessful due to various reasons. This error can occur in different contexts, such as during configuration changes, transport requests, or data updates. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the change.
  Locking Issues: The object being changed may be locked by another user or process.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the change from being applied.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system configuration errors.
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs during a transport request, it may be due to missing objects or dependencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the change. You can use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Release Locks: If the object is locked, identify the user or process holding the lock and release it if appropriate. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Data Validation: Check the data for inconsistencies or errors. Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for any related error messages that could provide more context.
  Transport Management: If the error is related to transport requests, ensure that all required objects are included in the transport and that there are no missing dependencies. Use transaction STMS to manage transports.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may resolve temporary issues, especially if they are related to memory or resource allocation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to error BC005.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or area where the error occurred to understand any prerequisites or configuration steps that may have been missed.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other online resources for similar issues reported by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.