How To Fix CC018 - Enter change number text

CC018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Enter change number text

What causes this issue?

You are entering or changing a change master, but you have not entered
a text describing the change number.

How to fix this error?

Enter a description which applies to all changes made with this change
number.
You also have the option of entering a long text.
After making entries for the valid from date and change number status,
choose function <ZH>Chg header text</> from the <ZH>Details</> menu.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC018 - Enter change number text ?

  The SAP error message CC018, which states "Enter change number text," typically occurs in the context of change management within SAP, particularly when working with change numbers in the Change Management (CM) module of SAP's Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP) modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error CC018 is triggered when a user attempts to create or modify a change number without providing a required text description. The change number text is essential for identifying the purpose or details of the change, and SAP enforces this requirement to ensure clarity and traceability in change management processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CC018 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Enter Change Number Text: When prompted by the error message, ensure that you enter a descriptive text for the change number. This text should provide sufficient information about the nature of the change.
  
  
  Check Required Fields: If you are using a custom transaction or program, ensure that all required fields, including the