How To Fix CC216 - No original found for change number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 216

• Message text: No original found for change number &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC216 - No original found for change number & ?

  The SAP error message CC216 "No original found for change number &" typically occurs in the context of change management within SAP, particularly when dealing with change numbers in the Change Management (CM) module of SAP's Production Planning (PP) or Project System (PS) areas. This error indicates that the system cannot find the original object (such as a material, BOM, or routing) associated with the specified change number.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Original Object: The original object that the change number is supposed to reference may have been deleted or not created properly.
  Incorrect Change Number: The change number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the original object associated with the change number.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the configuration that prevent the system from locating the original object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Change Number: Check if the change number entered is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the change number management transaction (e.g., transaction code CC01 for creating change numbers, CC02 for changing, and CC03 for displaying).
  
  
  Check Original Object: Ensure that the original object (e.g., material, BOM, routing) associated with the change number exists. You can do this by checking the relevant master data in the system.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the original object. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data. You can use transaction codes like CST04 for checking BOMs or CST05 for checking routings to ensure that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01, CC02, CC03, CS01, CS02, CS03 for BOMs, and CR01, CR02, CR03 for routings.
  Change Management Process: Understanding the overall change management process in SAP can help in diagnosing issues related to change numbers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the error message CC216.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.