How To Fix BS047 - Write change document is not active for object &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS - Status Management

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Write change document is not active for object &.

What causes this issue?

You tried to display change documents for an object for which change
documents were not written.

System Response

The function was canceled.

How to fix this error?

Activate change document writing for the object &V1& and call the
function again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS047 - Write change document is not active for object &. ?

  The SAP error message BS047 ("Write change document is not active for object &.") typically occurs when you attempt to create or modify a change document for an object that does not have change document functionality enabled. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to log changes for master data or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Change Document Not Activated: The specific object for which you are trying to write a change document does not have change document functionality activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the object may not be set up to allow change document logging.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to write change documents for the specified object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Change Document:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the section where the object is defined and check if the change document logging is activated.
  For example, if you are dealing with a master data object, ensure that the change document option is enabled in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Check Object Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the object you are working with is correctly configured to support change documents. This may involve checking the data dictionary (SE11) for the object and ensuring that the change document table is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to create or modify change documents for the object in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to enable change document logging for the object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is being triggered. This may provide insights into whether the issue is with the configuration or the user’s permissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE37 (Function Module) to check configurations and settings.
  Change Document Tables: Familiarize yourself with the relevant change document tables (e.g., CDPOS, CDHDR) to understand how change documents are stored and managed in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on enabling change documents for specific objects.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.