How To Fix CC191 - System status: the ECR is not yet converted to an ECO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 191

• Message text: System status: the ECR is not yet converted to an ECO

What causes this issue?

You want to process an object (for example, BOM or document) with
reference to the change number of an ECR.

System Response

The system checks the system status of the ECR. The ECR must be
converted to an ECO.

How to fix this error?

The ECR you selected has not yet been converted to an ECO.
You cannot process the change object with reference to this change
number until you convert the ECR (system status "Convert ECR").
<DS:TRAN.CC32>Change ECR</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC191 - System status: the ECR is not yet converted to an ECO ?

  The SAP error message CC191 indicates that there is an issue with the Engineering Change Request (ECR) not being converted to an Engineering Change Order (ECO). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Change Management processes.
  Cause:
  
  ECR Not Converted: The primary cause of this error is that the ECR has not been formally converted into an ECO. This is a necessary step in the change management process, as the ECO is the document that implements the changes proposed in the ECR.
  Incomplete Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the ECR that prevents it from being converted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to convert the ECR to an ECO.
  Workflow Status: The ECR may be in a status that does not allow conversion, such as being in a draft state or awaiting approval.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Convert ECR to ECO: 
  
  Navigate to the ECR in the SAP system.
  Check the status of the ECR and ensure it is ready for conversion.
  Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., CC01 for creating an ECO) to convert the ECR to an ECO.
  
  
  
  Check Data Completeness: 
  
  Review the ECR for any missing information or required fields that need to be filled out before conversion.
  Ensure that all necessary approvals are in place if the ECR requires them.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions: 
  
  Ensure that the user attempting the conversion has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Status: 
  
  If the ECR is part of a workflow, check the workflow status to ensure it is in a state that allows conversion.
  If the ECR is pending approval, follow up with the relevant stakeholders to expedite the approval process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for the change management process to ensure compliance with all necessary steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01 (Create ECO), CC02 (Change ECO), and CC03 (Display ECO).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP PLM and change management processes to better understand the workflow and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CC191 error and successfully convert the ECR to an ECO.